#C9AD9F Hex Color
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Dusty and light, #c9ad9f reads more like faded clay than true orange. The hex code suits autumn palettes, packaging, and youth brands that want warmth without loudness. It works best as a supporting tone against deep teal or charcoal, since it can wash out next to white. Black text on top hits about 10.0:1 contrast, so small type stays readable.
Questions about #c9ad9f
What is #c9ad9f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c9ad9f is rgb(201, 173, 159), in HSL hsl(20, 28%, 71%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 21%, 21%.
What colors pair well with #c9ad9f?
Deep teal, charcoal, and burgundy all make #c9ad9f look richer by contrast. Soft creams work too, but avoid pairing it with pale grays, which flatten its warmth.
Is black or white text better on #c9ad9f?
Black text is the clear winner, reaching about 10.0:1 contrast, well above the WCAG AA requirement of 4.5:1 for body text. White text falls short and should be avoided for small type.
Is #c9ad9f readable on white or black?
#c9ad9f has a 2.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.96:1 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.