#D9C7B3 Hex Color
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#d9c7b3 is a pale, ashy orange that functions as a versatile neutral. It lacks the intensity of a true orange, creating a faded, airy quality. Designers often use it as a primary background because it provides a softer alternative to stark white. Black text maintains a high 12.8:1 contrast ratio against it, ensuring excellent readability for body copy. The hex code for this tone is #d9c7b3.
Questions about #d9c7b3
What is #d9c7b3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d9c7b3 is rgb(217, 199, 179), in HSL hsl(32, 33%, 78%) and in CMYK 0%, 8%, 18%, 15%.
What colors pair naturally with #d9c7b3?
Is #d9c7b3 readable on white or black?
#d9c7b3 has a 1.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.77:1 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.