#D16D41 Hex Color
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Reach for #d16d41 when a design needs autumn warmth without shouting. This muted orange leans terracotta, earthy enough for food packaging and Halloween layouts where a brighter orange would feel loud. It works best as a supporting tone or accent, flanked by cream or deep teal. Black text reads clearly on it, around 6.0:1, so it passes WCAG AA behind body copy. The hex code #d16d41 suits brands that want fun with a mellow edge.
Questions about #d16d41
What is #d16d41 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d16d41 is rgb(209, 109, 65), in HSL hsl(18, 61%, 54%) and in CMYK 0%, 48%, 69%, 18%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #d16d41?
#d16d41 pairs well with cream, warm grays, and deep teal, which cools down its red undertone. It also holds its own next to charcoal for a bolder, autumn-ready palette.
Is #d16d41 readable on white or black?
#d16d41 has a 3.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.97:1 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.