#C97E67 Hex Color
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Muted and earthy, #c97e67 brings a baked, terracotta feel to the palette. It is far less aggressive than a true primary red, offering a softer, more approachable energy for brand identities or UI accents. While this hex code reads well against dark text for accessibility, be careful using it as a full background, as it can feel heavy. It pairs beautifully with cool slate blues or charcoal grays.
Questions about #c97e67
What is #c97e67 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c97e67 is rgb(201, 126, 103), in HSL hsl(14, 48%, 60%) and in CMYK 0%, 37%, 49%, 21%.
What colors pair well with #c97e67?
#c97e67 shines when grounded by neutral, cool tones that contrast its inherent warmth. Use it alongside deep charcoal or soft slate blue to create a balanced, modern palette that feels professional rather than purely rustic or overwhelming.
Is #c97e67 suitable for large background areas?
While #c97e67 has a lovely, approachable energy, it can feel quite heavy and saturated if applied to a full-screen background. It is generally more effective as an accent, button color, or in smaller interface elements where its earthy depth can be appreciated.
Is #c97e67 readable on white or black?
#c97e67 has a 3.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.66:1 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.