#CC884E Hex Color
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This unsaturated, mellow orange feels approachable and grounded. It works well as a supporting accent in branding or seasonal designs, pairing effectively with charcoal grays for a modern contrast. Because it provides strong contrast with black text, it remains readable in small type. The hex code for this warm, muted tone is #cc884e.
Questions about #cc884e
What is #cc884e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cc884e is rgb(204, 136, 78), in HSL hsl(28, 55%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 62%, 20%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
What colors work best with #cc884e in a design scheme?
#cc884e pairs effectively with charcoal or deep, dark greys to create a grounded, modern contrast that feels balanced. For a warmer, organic look, it also complements muted greens or soft creams by reinforcing its natural, earth-tone character.
Is #cc884e readable on white or black?
#cc884e has a 2.91:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.19:1 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.