#BF5B24 Hex Color
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This saturated, mid-tone orange brings warmth and energy to any design. Because it lacks harsh neon qualities, #bf5b24 works best as an accent color rather than a dominant background. It pairs exceptionally well with deep charcoal grays for a balanced, modern look. The hex code for this shade is #bf5b24. Since it provides a 4.7:1 contrast ratio, black text remains readable and accessible against it.
Questions about #bf5b24
What is #bf5b24 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bf5b24 is rgb(191, 91, 36), in HSL hsl(21, 68%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 52%, 81%, 25%.
What colors pair well with the orange of #bf5b24?
#bf5b24 pairs exceptionally well with deep charcoal or dark navy tones, which ground its natural energy. Using these cooler, darker neutrals prevents the orange from appearing too harsh while creating a balanced and modern visual contrast.
Is #bf5b24 readable on white or black?
#bf5b24 has a 4.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.73:1 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.