#C97C49 Hex Color

Warm and grounded muted autumn orange

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This muted orange balances warmth with a grounded character. The hex code #c97c49 suits autumn branding and food packaging. Because of its desaturated quality, black text reads clearly against it. If you need to tone it down, understanding what colors make gray is helpful. It functions best as an accent color rather than a large, flat background, which can look muddy.

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What is #c97c49 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?

In RGB, #c97c49 is rgb(201, 124, 73), in HSL hsl(24, 54%, 54%) and in CMYK 0%, 38%, 64%, 21%.

What colors pair best with #c97c49?

For a sophisticated palette, pair #c97c49 with muted neutrals like cream or olive to highlight its earthy, organic qualities. Using it alongside cool tones creates a striking, balanced contrast that prevents the overall composition from appearing too muddy or overwhelming.

Is #c97c49 readable on white or black?

#c97c49 has a 3.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.46:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.

#C97C49 Hex Color

Warm and grounded muted autumn orange

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