#D4A373 Hex Color
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This desaturated, sun-baked tan offers a mellow, earthy warmth. Because of its muted chroma, #d4a373 works best as a neutral grounding color in palettes, rather than a primary focus. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate blue to anchor the softness and prevent it from appearing washed out. Black text remains readable against this shade, making it a functional choice for UI background elements.
Questions about #d4a373
What is #d4a373 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d4a373 is rgb(212, 163, 115), in HSL hsl(30, 53%, 64%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 46%, 17%.
What colors complement #d4a373?
#d4a373 pairs best with deep, cool tones to prevent it from looking washed out. Use charcoal or dark slate blue to anchor the design, creating a sophisticated contrast that helps the tan shade appear more vibrant and intentional.
Is #d4a373 suitable for text backgrounds?
Yes, #d4a373 is a functional choice for UI background elements because it maintains enough contrast with black text for accessibility. Keep the surrounding elements minimal to ensure the earthy tone remains the focal point without overwhelming the interface layout.
Is #d4a373 readable on white or black?
#d4a373 has a 2.26:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.28:1 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.