#D6983B Hex Color
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This mellow, golden orange feels playful and optimistic without being overwhelming. Because of its approachable saturation, #d6983b works well as a supporting accent in branding or seasonal packaging. It pairs beautifully with deep teals or charcoal grays to create high contrast. Since black text provides excellent readability over this hex code, it is a practical choice for UI elements that require clear legibility.
Questions about #d6983b
What is #d6983b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d6983b is rgb(214, 152, 59), in HSL hsl(36, 65%, 54%) and in CMYK 0%, 29%, 72%, 16%.
What colors pair well with the golden orange of #d6983b?
Is #d6983b suitable for UI elements like buttons or text?
Because of its balanced saturation, #d6983b is a practical choice for UI elements that require clear legibility. It provides strong contrast against darker backgrounds, making it reliable for call-to-action buttons or highlights where you want to signal optimism without overwhelming the user.
Is #d6983b readable on white or black?
#d6983b has a 2.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.41:1 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.