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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#C97508 — Burnt Orange
#C97508 is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 34° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #C97508
- fef8f0
- fde4c3
- fbcf96
- f9bb69
- f7a63c
- f5910f
- cd7809
- a05d07
- 734305
- 462903
- 180e01
Color schemes using #C97508
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#C97508 FAQ
What color is #C97508?
#C97508 is a shade of burnt orange in the orange family. It has a hue of 34 degrees, 92% saturation and 41% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #C97508?
#C97508 is rgb(201, 117, 8) in RGB, hsl(34, 92%, 41%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 42%, 96%, 21%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #C97508?
White text on this background reaches 3.48:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.03:1.
What colors go well with #C97508?
Its direct complement is #085CC9. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #08BCC9 and #1508C9 gives you contrast without the vibration.