#B35800 Hex Color
A saturated, earthy orange with warm intensity
This saturated orange carries a warm, earthy weight perfect for autumnal palettes or food branding. It works best as an accent color rather than a primary background. The hex code is #b35800. It maintains a 4.9:1 contrast ratio against white text, ensuring excellent readability. Pair this shade with muted teals to balance its intensity and create a sophisticated, energetic visual appeal.
Questions about #b35800
What is #b35800 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b35800 is rgb(179, 88, 0), in HSL hsl(29, 100%, 35%) and in CMYK 0%, 51%, 100%, 30%.
What colors pair well with #b35800 in a design project?
Pair #b35800 with deep teal or dark charcoal to balance its intense warmth and create a sophisticated, energetic visual contrast. Using muted, cool-toned neutrals alongside this saturated orange prevents the design from feeling too aggressive or overwhelming.
Is #b35800 readable on white or black?
#b35800 has a 4.86:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.31:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.