#DB964D Hex Color
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Somewhere between caramel and autumn squash, this mellow orange carries a soft, dusty warmth. The hex code #db964d has enough lightness to feel friendly without shouting, which suits spring campaigns, baby products, and food packaging. It works best as a supporting tone or accent, since large fills can read muddy. Black text sits comfortably on top, passing WCAG AA for small type.
Questions about #db964d
What is #db964d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #db964d is rgb(219, 150, 77), in HSL hsl(31, 66%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 65%, 14%.
What colors pair well with #db964d?
Its muted warmth pairs well with deep teal, charcoal, and navy rather than plain white, which can wash it out. A soft cream also keeps the palette gentle and cohesive.
Is #db964d readable on white or black?
#db964d has a 2.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.48:1 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.