#D69E49 Hex Color
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This mellow, muted orange carries strong golden undertones, balancing warmth with a grounded, earthy quality. It avoids neon harshness, making it effective for approachable branding or soft, organic backgrounds. Because it provides high contrast with black text, it works well for readable UI components. The hex code for this shade is #d69e49, a perfect supporting tone when paired with deep teals or charcoals.
Questions about #d69e49
What is #d69e49 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d69e49 is rgb(214, 158, 73), in HSL hsl(36, 63%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 26%, 66%, 16%.
What colors pair well with #d69e49?
#d69e49 works best when anchored by deep, cool tones that emphasize its golden warmth without clashing. Try pairing it with charcoal gray or dark forest teal to create a sophisticated, high-contrast look that feels both professional and grounded for modern interfaces.
Is #d69e49 considered a warm or cool color?
#d69e49 is firmly a warm color due to its primary orange hue and the saturated golden undertones present in its composition. This warmth makes it an excellent choice for backgrounds or UI elements intended to feel welcoming, approachable, and human-centric.
Is #d69e49 readable on white or black?
#d69e49 has a 2.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.84:1 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.