#CD6611 Hex Color
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#cd6611 is a strong, saturated orange with a warm red undertone and moderate darkness, giving it a lush, ember-like presence without looking neon. The hex code suits calls to action, food branding, sports graphics, and autumn accents, while black text reaches about 5.5:1 contrast for readable body copy. Use it as a focused accent rather than a full-page background.
Questions about #cd6611
What is #cd6611 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cd6611 is rgb(205, 102, 17), in HSL hsl(27, 85%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 50%, 92%, 20%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #cd6611?
Is #cd6611 warm or cool?
#cd6611 reads distinctly warm because its red-leaning orange hue is paired with high saturation and moderate lightness. That combination feels energetic and substantial, making it more grounded than a pale orange or a yellow-heavy citrus tone.
Can black text be used on #cd6611?
Yes, black text on #cd6611 provides about a 5.5:1 contrast ratio, which meets WCAG AA for normal body text. It works well for labels and buttons, though larger white text should be tested separately because this orange is fairly dark.
Is #cd6611 readable on white or black?
#cd6611 has a 3.81:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.50:1 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.