#D89C28 Hex Color
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This warm, honeyed orange is highly saturated with strong yellow undertones that project optimism and energy. Because it commands attention, use #d89c28 as a 10% accent color rather than a large background field to avoid overwhelming the viewer. It pairs unexpectedly well with deep charcoal grays or slate blues. The hex code for this bold, adventurous shade is #d89c28.
Questions about #d89c28
What is #d89c28 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d89c28 is rgb(216, 156, 40), in HSL hsl(40, 69%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 28%, 81%, 15%.
What colors pair well with #d89c28 in a design scheme?
Use #d89c28 as a high-impact accent against neutral backgrounds like charcoal or slate blue. These deep, cool tones balance the intense saturation and warmth of the orange, preventing the color from feeling overwhelming on the page.
Is #d89c28 readable on white or black?
#d89c28 has a 2.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.70:1 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.