#D06C23 Hex Color

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This saturated, warm orange is mellow enough for bold UI accents without appearing overwhelming. The hex code #d06c23 offers high contrast against black text, comfortably meeting WCAG standards for readable body copy. It performs best as a secondary pop color, especially when paired with slate gray or deep navy. Designers frequently use this shade for autumn-inspired palettes and high-visibility branding needs.

Questions about #d06c23

What is #d06c23 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d06c23 is rgb(208, 108, 35), in HSL hsl(25, 71%, 48%) and in CMYK 0%, 48%, 83%, 18%.
What colors pair best with #d06c23 in a design palette?
#d06c23 pairs beautifully with deep navy or slate gray tones, which ground its inherent warmth. For a balanced autumn-inspired look, combine it with muted olive or creamy neutrals to let the orange pop without creating visual fatigue.
Is #d06c23 readable on white or black?
#d06c23 has a 3.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.85:1 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.