#C66210 Hex Color
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This saturated orange is bold and unapologetically loud. Because it commands immediate attention, use the hex code #c66210 primarily as a high-impact accent color rather than a large background. It pairs exceptionally well with deep charcoal or slate greys, which ground its intensity. Black text reads clearly over this shade, making it a reliable choice for call-to-action buttons or small, legible UI elements.
Questions about #c66210
What is #c66210 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c66210 is rgb(198, 98, 16), in HSL hsl(27, 85%, 42%) and in CMYK 0%, 51%, 92%, 22%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
What colors work best alongside #c66210?
Because #c66210 carries such high intensity, it balances perfectly when paired with neutral charcoal or deep slate tones. These darker backgrounds ground the orange, preventing it from overwhelming your layout while ensuring the vibrant saturation remains the primary visual focal point.
Is #c66210 a suitable choice for body text?
Avoid using #c66210 for long-form body text because its high saturation reduces readability and causes eye strain. It functions most effectively as an accent color for call-to-action buttons, small icons, or highlights that guide a user's eye toward specific, important interface elements.
Is #c66210 readable on white or black?
#c66210 has a 4.07:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.15:1 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.