#D26A2A Hex Color
Radiant and energetic orange with warm intensity
This saturated, mid-tone orange radiates intensity and warmth. With its bold presence, #d26a2a works best as a punchy accent or a focused call to action rather than a dominant background. It pairs exceptionally well with deep charcoal grays, providing the necessary contrast for readability. Because it leans aggressive, reserve this shade for headlines or iconography where you need to grab attention immediately.
Questions about #d26a2a
What is #d26a2a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d26a2a is rgb(210, 106, 42), in HSL hsl(23, 67%, 49%) and in CMYK 0%, 50%, 80%, 18%.
How should I use #d26a2a in UI design?
Use #d26a2a as a vibrant accent for buttons, icons, or headlines rather than filling large background areas. This saturation works best against charcoal or very dark neutrals to maintain accessibility and readability while creating a high-impact visual hierarchy.
What colors pair well with #d26a2a?
This orange creates strong, harmonious palettes when balanced with deep, cool tones that ground its heat. Try pairing #d26a2a with navy or slate blue to create contrast, or stick to dark greys for a professional and sophisticated look.
Is #d26a2a readable on white or black?
#d26a2a has a 3.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.83:1 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.