#CB8563 Hex Color
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This muted, warm orange offers a grounded alternative to brighter, more aggressive tones. Because it leans toward terracotta, #cb8563 works well as a background or supporting color in autumn-themed branding and rustic layouts. It is readable against black text, though it can appear dull if used in high-contrast UI applications. Pair this hex code with deep charcoal or slate blue to create a sophisticated, modern palette.
Questions about #cb8563
What is #cb8563 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cb8563 is rgb(203, 133, 99), in HSL hsl(20, 50%, 59%) and in CMYK 0%, 34%, 51%, 20%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #cb8563?
This terracotta shade works best when balanced by deep, cool neutrals like charcoal or soft slate blue. These pairings prevent the warmth of #cb8563 from feeling overwhelming while adding the necessary contrast to make your text or UI elements readable.
Is #cb8563 suitable for text backgrounds?
Because #cb8563 is relatively mid-toned, it usually performs best as a supporting background element rather than a primary text container. If you use it behind text, ensure you pair it with high-contrast, dark ink colors to meet accessibility standards.
Is #cb8563 readable on white or black?
#cb8563 has a 2.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.07:1 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.