#D7A274 Hex Color
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This warm, muted orange has a toasted peach quality that feels accessible and friendly. Because #d7a274 provides strong contrast with black text, it works well as a background for readable content. It creates a grounded, vintage vibe when paired with deep charcoal or slate blue. If you find the tone too muddy for your project, what colors make gray can help you adjust the mix.
Questions about #d7a274
What is #d7a274 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d7a274 is rgb(215, 162, 116), in HSL hsl(28, 55%, 65%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 46%, 16%.
What colors pair well with #d7a274?
#d7a274 creates a sophisticated, grounded vintage palette when paired with deep charcoal or cool slate blue. Using a high-contrast neutral for text ensures the warmth of this orange remains legible without overwhelming the viewer's eye in professional designs.
Is #d7a274 a warm or cool color?
#d7a274 is definitively a warm color, leaning into terracotta and peach undertones that evoke a sense of comfort and nostalgia. Its muted saturation prevents it from feeling too aggressive, making it an excellent bridge between neutral tones and more vibrant accent colors.
Is #d7a274 readable on white or black?
#d7a274 has a 2.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.30:1 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.