#D49823 Hex Color
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With fairly strong saturation and medium lightness, #d49823 is a warm golden-orange tone that feels upbeat without becoming harsh. Its mellow neon edge suits food and beverage branding, sports graphics, autumn packaging, and safety accents. Use the hex code #d49823 as a supporting color with deep navy, while black text remains highly readable at body sizes.
Questions about #d49823
What is #d49823 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d49823 is rgb(212, 152, 35), in HSL hsl(40, 72%, 48%) and in CMYK 0%, 28%, 83%, 17%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #d49823?
#d49823 pairs well with navy, charcoal, and warm neutrals because its golden-orange warmth stands out against cooler or restrained backgrounds while keeping the overall palette lively and balanced for branding and interface work.
Is #d49823 readable on white or black?
#d49823 has a 2.52:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.31:1 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.