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#362011
≈ Close But No Cigar
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On white
Aa
15.31:1
Passes AAA
On black
Aa
1.14:1
Fails AA
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Aa#FFFFFF(15.31:1)
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Normal vision#362011
Protanopia#262210
Deuteranopia#2C2711
Tritanopia#3B1C1C
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Colors that go with Close But No Cigar
Close But No Cigar sits in the orange family. Pair it with teal, cool blues or cream and sand for a soft, earthy scheme, or lean into its harmonies below for a ready-made scheme.
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Close But No Cigar — meaning & where to use it
Close But No Cigar is a deep, shadowy orange — it reads as warm, friendly and inviting. It's a natural fit for lifestyle, wellness and playful consumer brands, and cheerful call-to-action buttons. To keep it balanced, pair it with teal, cool blues or cream and sand for a soft, earthy scheme.
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