#C99F6C Hex Color
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Somewhere between caramel and kraft paper, this muted orange carries a sandy warmth without much punch. Its low saturation suits spring backgrounds and baby products, though it can turn muddy in large fields. The hex code #c99f6c holds black text at about 8.7:1 contrast, so body copy stays readable. Pair it with deep teal for balance.
Questions about #c99f6c
What is #c99f6c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c99f6c is rgb(201, 159, 108), in HSL hsl(33, 46%, 61%) and in CMYK 0%, 21%, 46%, 21%.
Can you put body text on #c99f6c?
Yes. Black text on #c99f6c reaches about 8.7:1 contrast, well above the 4.5:1 that WCAG AA requires for small body text. White text falls short, so stick with dark type.
What colors pair well with #c99f6c?
Deep teal makes the warmth of #c99f6c stand out without clashing. Navy and charcoal also work when you want a more grounded palette.
Is #c99f6c readable on white or black?
#c99f6c has a 2.42:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.65:1 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.