Color #BC4E21
Color Code #BC4E21
A precise look at this Orange color with standard values, coordinated palettes, contrast and practical examples.
OrangeMid tone
Color preview#BC4E21
Conversions
Complete color values
Every value is calculated directly from the HEX code. CMYK is an approximation for print workflows.
HEX
#BC4E21RGB
rgb(188, 78, 33)HSL
hsl(17.42 70.14% 43.33%)HSV
hsv(17.42 82.45% 73.73%)CMYKApproximate
0%, 58.51%, 82.45%, 26.27%Contrast report
Readability against white and black text
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Usage suggestions
Where can this color work?
This mid tone Orange tone can be considered for prominent surfaces, identity elements and visual emphasis.
Use #BC4E21 for normal text only when the contrast ratio reaches at least 4.5:1. Large text may pass at 3:1.
Color harmony
Suggested palettes
Complementary palette
Analogous palette
Triadic palette
Monochrome scale
For designers and developers
CSS code example
.color-sample {
color: #BC4E21;
background-color: #BC4E211A;
border-color: #BC4E21;
}Frequently asked questions
What is the RGB value of #BC4E21?
This color is RGB(188, 78, 33).
What is the HSL value of #BC4E21?
Its value is HSL(17.42°, 70.14%, 43.33%).
Is #BC4E21 suitable for text?
Readability depends on the background. The contrast ratio and WCAG results on this page provide the relevant checks.