#D96C2E Hex Color
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#d96c2e is a saturated, warm orange with red and earthy brown undertones. Its strong brightness brings energy and attention to calls to action, food branding, sports graphics, and autumn campaigns. Use it as a focused accent rather than a full-page background. Black text remains highly readable, with about 6.1:1 contrast. The hex code is #d96c2e.
Questions about #d96c2e
What is #d96c2e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d96c2e is rgb(217, 108, 46), in HSL hsl(22, 69%, 52%) and in CMYK 0%, 50%, 79%, 15%.
What colors pair well with #d96c2e?
#d96c2e pairs well with cream, navy, charcoal, and muted blue-green tones, which balance its saturated warmth without competing for attention. Use lighter neutrals for spacious layouts and cooler accents when you want stronger contrast.
Is #d96c2e readable on white or black?
#d96c2e has a 3.42:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.13:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.