#CEB698 Hex Color

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The hex code #ceb698 describes a muted, dusty orange with beige and gray undertones. Its light, very unsaturated finish creates a soft, peaceful mood suited to spring interiors, baby products, cosmetics, and neutral branding. Use it as a supporting tone beside charcoal or deep olive, since black text remains highly legible on this background.

Questions about #ceb698

What is #ceb698 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ceb698 is rgb(206, 182, 152), in HSL hsl(33, 36%, 70%) and in CMYK 0%, 12%, 26%, 19%.
What colors pair well with #ceb698?
The hex color #ceb698 pairs well with charcoal and deep olive, which add definition without overpowering its muted warmth; terracotta can reinforce its earthy orange cast, while soft neutrals keep a lighter, understated palette.
Is #ceb698 readable on white or black?
#ceb698 has a 1.95:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.76:1 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.