#D3B58D Hex Color
Dusty orange with soft organic warmth
#d3b58d is a dusty, unsaturated orange with noticeable ashy undertones. This mellow shade creates a neutral, organic backdrop that feels approachable and warm. It excels as a subtle foundation for earthy palettes, pairing effectively with deep charcoal or forest green to prevent a washed-out look. Because it provides high contrast for black text, the hex code #d3b58d is a safe, readable choice for editorial backgrounds or minimalist UI.
Questions about #d3b58d
What is #d3b58d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d3b58d is rgb(211, 181, 141), in HSL hsl(34, 44%, 69%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 33%, 17%.
What colors pair best with #d3b58d for a balanced palette?
This shade works beautifully when grounded by darker, cooler tones that prevent the overall design from feeling washed out. Use deep charcoal for high-contrast text or forest green to create a sophisticated, natural color scheme that feels rooted and professional.
Is #d3b58d readable on white or black?
#d3b58d 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.