#CE6D06 Hex Color
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#ce6d06 is an intense, saturated orange with a raw, earthy quality that commands attention. Because it is so loud, this shade works best as a sharp accent rather than a background color. It pairs surprisingly well with deep charcoal or slate greys. With a 5.8:1 contrast ratio, black text remains highly legible against this hue, making it a functional choice for high-visibility buttons and calls to action.
Questions about #ce6d06
What is #ce6d06 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ce6d06 is rgb(206, 109, 6), in HSL hsl(31, 94%, 42%) and in CMYK 0%, 47%, 97%, 19%.
How can I effectively use #ce6d06 in a web interface?
#ce6d06 functions best as a sharp accent color for calls to action or high-visibility buttons rather than a background. Because it commands attention, use it sparingly alongside charcoal or deep slate grays to maintain visual balance and accessibility.
Is #ce6d06 readable on white or black?
#ce6d06 has a 3.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.81:1 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.