#D2A875 Hex Color
A gentle and warm autumn-inspired neutral
This mellow, unsaturated orange leans heavily into beige undertones with a gentle warmth. Because it reads as a soft neutral, #d2a875 serves as an excellent base for autumn-inspired palettes. It pairs effectively with deep charcoals to create a high-contrast, modern aesthetic. The hex code for this shade is #d2a875, and its high contrast ratio makes it a reliable choice for readable body text against black.
Questions about #d2a875
What is #d2a875 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d2a875 is rgb(210, 168, 117), in HSL hsl(33, 51%, 64%) and in CMYK 0%, 20%, 44%, 18%.
What colors pair well with #d2a875 in a design palette?
#d2a875 works best when anchored by high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or deep, darkened navy blues. Because it is a soft, earthy tone, it also complements muted olive greens and warm terracottas to create a cohesive, organic aesthetic.
Is #d2a875 suitable for text usage in web design?
While #d2a875 works beautifully as a decorative accent or background element, it lacks sufficient contrast against white to serve as body text. Always ensure you pair it with a very dark shade, such as black or deep espresso, to maintain readable accessibility.
Is #d2a875 readable on white or black?
#d2a875 has a 2.18:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.59:1 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.