When the Mossbacked Bog despite Balancing

#696358 RGB(105,99,88)

About this color

When the Mossbacked Bog despite Balancing reads as medium-dark and muted — a orange tone recorded at #696358, RGB(105, 99, 88).

#696358RGB(105, 99, 88)

HSL 39° · 9% saturation · 38% lightness

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Psychology

Dark oranges recall autumn leaves, aged wood, and the glow of embers — earthy, grounded, hospitable.

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History

In Hindu and Buddhist traditions, saffron orange carries deep spiritual significance — the colour of renunciation and wisdom worn by monks across South and Southeast Asia.

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Design use

In practical terms, a medium-dark orange like this works well as a primary background in dark themes, a strong border or divider, or a headline colour against a light surface. Combine with lighter tints of the same hue for a cohesive palette.

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Colour pairings

In terms of colour combinations, pair this orange with deep teal for bold contrast, or with warm sand and burnt umber for a palette that feels natural and grounded.

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Color formats

Name
When the Mossbacked Bog despite Balancing
HEX
#696358
RGB
rgb(105,99,88)
RGB%
rgb(41.2%,38.8%,34.5%)
HSL
hsl(39,9%,38%)
HSV
hsv(39,16%,41%)
CMYK
cmyk(0,6,16,59)
LAB
lab(42,0,7)
LCH
lch(42,7,90)
sRGB
(0.412,0.388,0.345)
HEX8
#696358ff
CSS Name
Decimal
105099088

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Color info

Lightness
38%
Saturation
9%
Hue
39°
Chroma
7
Temperature
WarmCool
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