#CC942C Hex Color
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This mellow golden-orange carries a warm, optimistic energy that suits autumn branding and food packaging perfectly. Because of its medium saturation, it functions best as a secondary accent rather than a dominant background color. The hex code for this shade is #cc942c. It provides strong contrast against black text, meeting accessibility standards for small body copy. Pair it with dark slate blues to balance its intensity.
Questions about #cc942c
What is #cc942c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cc942c is rgb(204, 148, 44), in HSL hsl(39, 65%, 49%) and in CMYK 0%, 27%, 78%, 20%.
Which colors work best with #cc942c in a design palette?
This golden-orange pairs effectively with slate blue or charcoal to ground its high-energy tone. Using deep, cool neutrals provides the necessary contrast to balance the brightness without overwhelming your viewer or competing for visual attention.
Is #cc942c suitable for small text or body copy?
#cc942c provides sufficient contrast against black, making it a reliable choice for accessible small text and legible body copy. It retains its vibrancy without washing out, ensuring that your content remains readable while maintaining a bold, inviting color profile.
Is #cc942c readable on white or black?
#cc942c has a 2.67:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.83:1 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.