COLOR
#8D4C35
≈ Gingerbread
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On white
Aa
6.53:1
Passes AA
On black
Aa
2.68:1
Fails AA
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Aa#FFFFFF(6.53:1)
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Normal vision#8D4C35
Protanopia#5D5533
Deuteranopia#6D6334
Tritanopia#9A4046
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Colors that go with Gingerbread
Gingerbread 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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Gingerbread — meaning & where to use it
Gingerbread is a rich, mid-toned 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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