#CA967B Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated orange carries a mellow warmth perfect for softening harsh interfaces. Because it maintains high contrast against black text at an 8.2:1 ratio, #ca967b works effectively as a legible background for UI components or blog layouts. Designers should pair this hex code with deep forest greens or charcoal grays to anchor its inherent playfulness and prevent it from appearing washed out.
Questions about #ca967b
What is #ca967b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ca967b is rgb(202, 150, 123), in HSL hsl(21, 43%, 64%) and in CMYK 0%, 26%, 39%, 21%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
Which colors pair best with #ca967b?
To anchor this dusty orange and prevent it from appearing washed out, pair #ca967b with deep tones like forest green or charcoal gray. These dark, grounding neutrals create a balanced contrast that highlights the mellow warmth of the orange without overwhelming the design.
Is #ca967b readable on white or black?
#ca967b has a 2.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.15:1 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.