#C99564 Hex Color
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This mellow, unsaturated orange balances warmth with a soft, clay-like appearance. It functions well as a neutral base for spring themes or branding targeting youth markets. Because it offers strong contrast against black text, the hex code #c99564 works reliably for both headlines and small body copy. Pair it with deep charcoal or muted teal to keep the look grounded rather than washed out.
Questions about #c99564
What is #c99564 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c99564 is rgb(201, 149, 100), in HSL hsl(29, 48%, 59%) and in CMYK 0%, 26%, 50%, 21%.
What colors pair best with #c99564?
Is #c99564 readable on white or black?
#c99564 has a 2.63:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.96:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.