#E6C6A8 Hex Color
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This desaturated, light peach tone feels gentle and airy. Because it is quite muted, #e6c6a8 functions best as a supporting background color rather than a main focus. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate gray text to maintain excellent readability. The hex code for this dusty orange shade is #e6c6a8, providing a clean, optimistic base for minimalist or spring-themed digital projects.
Questions about #e6c6a8
What is #e6c6a8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e6c6a8 is rgb(230, 198, 168), in HSL hsl(29, 55%, 78%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 27%, 10%.
What design aesthetic works best with #e6c6a8?
#e6c6a8 excels in minimalist, organic, or spring-themed designs where a soft, non-intrusive base is required. It provides a warm, optimistic foundation that feels approachable and professional, especially when paired with clean lines and plenty of whitespace.
Is #e6c6a8 readable on white or black?
#e6c6a8 has a 1.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.00:1 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.