#C85D1E Hex Color
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Reach for #c85d1e when a design needs a call-to-action button or accent that reads instantly. This bold orange carries real punch without tipping into neon, thanks to its strong saturation and mid-range lightness. The hex code #c85d1e works best as a 10% accent, where it shines against charcoal or deep navy. Black text on it hits about 5.0:1 contrast, so small body text stays readable. Use it sparingly on large fields, where it can overwhelm.
Questions about #c85d1e
What is #c85d1e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c85d1e is rgb(200, 93, 30), in HSL hsl(22, 74%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 53%, 85%, 22%.
What colors pair well with #c85d1e?
#c85d1e pairs well with deep navy, charcoal, and cream for strong contrast. Cooler tones like teal also balance its warmth. Use it as an accent on dark backgrounds to keep it from overwhelming a layout.
Is #c85d1e readable on white or black?
#c85d1e has a 4.16:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.04:1 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.