#D1A65C Hex Color

A warm and muted golden ochre

Hex color #d1a65c graphic
This muted golden ochre brings a warm, approachable feel to design layouts. With its desaturated tone, the hex code #d1a65c pairs effectively with deep navy or charcoal greys for a balanced look. It functions best as an accent color rather than a dominant background. Because it maintains strong readability against black text, it works well in web interfaces that require a touch of friendly, soft energy.

Questions about #d1a65c

What is #d1a65c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d1a65c is rgb(209, 166, 92), in HSL hsl(38, 56%, 59%) and in CMYK 0%, 21%, 56%, 18%.
What colors pair well with #d1a65c in design?
#d1a65c works best when anchored by deep, neutral tones to balance its warmth. Try pairing it with navy or charcoal to create a sophisticated, high-contrast look that keeps the golden tone feeling grounded rather than overwhelming.
Is #d1a65c readable on white or black?
#d1a65c has a 2.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.32:1 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.