#BA7000 Hex Color

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Muted, warm, and distinctly autumnal, #ba7000 functions best as a high-impact accent color rather than a dominant background. Its low saturation keeps it approachable for youth marketing and seasonal branding, especially when paired with slate gray or deep charcoal. Because the hex code #ba7000 maintains strong contrast against black text, it works well for UI elements that require clear readability.

Questions about #ba7000

What is #ba7000 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ba7000 is rgb(186, 112, 0), in HSL hsl(36, 100%, 36%) and in CMYK 0%, 40%, 100%, 27%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #ba7000?
This warm hue shines when balanced by cooler neutrals. Pair #ba7000 with slate or deep charcoal to create a sophisticated, modern contrast that keeps the overall palette grounded and professional rather than overwhelming.
Is #ba7000 readable on white or black?
#ba7000 has a 3.88:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.40:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.