#CD7839 Hex Color

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This warm, muted orange feels grounded rather than electric. Because it holds a 6.3:1 contrast ratio against black, it works for small, accessible typography in UI designs. This earthy shade functions best as a supporting accent in color palettes rather than a full background. It pairs effectively with deep teals or charcoal greys to create balance. The hex code for this specific orange is #cd7839.

Questions about #cd7839

What is #cd7839 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cd7839 is rgb(205, 120, 57), in HSL hsl(26, 60%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 41%, 72%, 20%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
Which color combinations balance the warmth of #cd7839?
This earthy tone is best balanced by pairing it with cool, neutral opposites like charcoal or deep teals. These combinations ground the vibrant, warm nature of #cd7839, preventing the design from feeling overly energetic or cluttered.
Is #cd7839 readable on white or black?
#cd7839 has a 3.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.34:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.