#DDB77E Hex Color
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This unsaturated, golden-orange brings a soft, sun-washed warmth to any palette. Because of its approachable tone, #ddb77e works best as a supporting neutral rather than a dominant base. It pairs beautifully with deep forest greens, creating a grounded, earthy contrast. The hex code for this mellow shade is #ddb77e, which provides excellent legibility when paired with black text for accessible web design.
Questions about #ddb77e
What is #ddb77e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ddb77e is rgb(221, 183, 126), in HSL hsl(36, 58%, 68%) and in CMYK 0%, 17%, 43%, 13%.
What colors pair best with #ddb77e?
#ddb77e works best with grounded, natural tones that emphasize its earthy warmth. You will find that pairing this color with forest green or a deep charcoal creates a balanced contrast, while cream or off-white tones help keep the overall design light and airy.
Is #ddb77e considered a warm or cool color?
#ddb77e is firmly a warm color, leaning into golden and orange undertones that mimic soft sunlight or desert sand. Because it lacks extreme vibrancy, it remains approachable and calm rather than aggressive, making it an excellent choice for backgrounds where you need warmth without overwhelming the viewer.
Is #ddb77e readable on white or black?
#ddb77e has a 1.88:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.14:1 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.