#CC9A5E Hex Color
A soft and grounded muted ochre
This muted ochre offers a warm, earthy foundation for design projects. Because it is desaturated, #cc9a5e functions best as a calm background rather than a bold accent. Pair it with deep charcoal or black text to maximize readability, as the contrast ratio is high. Designers often select this shade for organic branding or autumn themes to maintain an approachable feel. The hex code is #cc9a5e.
Questions about #cc9a5e
What is #cc9a5e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cc9a5e is rgb(204, 154, 94), in HSL hsl(33, 52%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 54%, 20%.
How should I use #cc9a5e in typography-heavy designs?
Use #cc9a5e primarily as a background color because it lacks sufficient contrast against white text for accessibility. Pair this muted ochre with charcoal or deep brown typography to ensure your design remains readable while maintaining that soft, earthy aesthetic.
What colors complement #cc9a5e for a balanced design?
This warm tone works best when anchored by cooler, darker hues that ground its desaturated nature. It pairs naturally with navy or deep forest greens, creating a balanced palette that feels sophisticated and organic for both print and digital layouts.
Is #cc9a5e readable on white or black?
#cc9a5e has a 2.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.35:1 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.