#DBAD7B Hex Color

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This soft, desaturated orange provides a warm base for UI and editorial design. With a 10.3:1 contrast ratio against black text, the hex code #dbad7b ensures readability for standard body copy. It avoids appearing too punchy, making it a stable choice for large backgrounds. Try pairing it with deep charcoal to ground the warmth, similar to how mixing pink helps balance complex palettes.

Questions about #dbad7b

What is #dbad7b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #dbad7b is rgb(219, 173, 123), in HSL hsl(31, 57%, 67%) and in CMYK 0%, 21%, 44%, 14%.
What colors pair well with #dbad7b?
Pair #dbad7b with charcoal or deep espresso to provide necessary contrast and ground its warmth. You can also accent this shade with muted teal or sage for a natural, grounded palette that feels organic and professional.
Is #dbad7b readable on white or black?
#dbad7b has a 2.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.27:1 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.