#D48E59 Hex Color
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This muted, pastel orange feels approachable and friendly without being overwhelming. It brings a sense of soft optimism to design projects, making it a natural fit for baby products or seasonal autumn themes. Designers often choose this warm tone to add a touch of gentle character to backgrounds or illustrations. The hex code for this mellow shade is #d48e59.
Questions about #d48e59
What is #d48e59 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d48e59 is rgb(212, 142, 89), in HSL hsl(26, 59%, 59%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 58%, 17%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
What colors work well alongside this muted orange?
This warm tone pairs beautifully with cool, muted blues or soft teals to create a balanced, nature-inspired contrast. You can also ground it with earthy charcoal grays or warm creams to maintain a cohesive, sophisticated, and approachable color palette.
Does #d48e59 lean warm or cool in a design?
As a clear member of the orange family, this color is undeniably warm and projects a sense of gentle optimism. It lacks the harshness of bright neon oranges, making it an excellent choice for designs requiring comfort and human-centric friendliness.
Is #d48e59 readable on white or black?
#d48e59 has a 2.68:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.81:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.