#C85714 Hex Color
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#c85714 is a saturated, warm orange that commands immediate attention. Because of its high intensity, this shade functions best as a bold accent rather than a full background. Pair it with dark slate grays to balance the heat. Black text remains perfectly readable against this hex code, making it a reliable choice for buttons and high-contrast call to action elements in UI design.
Questions about #c85714
What is #c85714 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c85714 is rgb(200, 87, 20), in HSL hsl(22, 82%, 43%) and in CMYK 0%, 56%, 90%, 22%.
What colors pair well with #c85714?
This vibrant orange looks best when balanced by dark slate gray or deep charcoal, which stabilize its high intensity. If you need a more adventurous combination, try pairing #c85714 with a deep teal to create a striking, high-energy complementary contrast.
Is #c85714 readable on white or black?
#c85714 has a 4.34:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.82:1 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.