#D8B4A6 Hex Color

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This dusty, unsaturated orange offers a soft, muted look that leans into peach territory. Because of its low chroma, #d8b4a6 works best as a neutral base or background color rather than an accent. It pairs unexpectedly well with deep charcoal grays for a modern, grounded contrast. Black text remains perfectly legible on this hex code, ensuring readability for UI and print designs alike.

Questions about #d8b4a6

What is #d8b4a6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d8b4a6 is rgb(216, 180, 166), in HSL hsl(17, 39%, 75%) and in CMYK 0%, 17%, 23%, 15%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair naturally with #d8b4a6?
This color pairs best with muted, earthy tones that balance its orange undertones. Try combining it with slate or deep olive for a grounded, modern look, or use soft creams if you prefer a monochromatic, high-key palette.
Is #d8b4a6 readable on white or black?
#d8b4a6 has a 1.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.99:1 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.