Persian Orange
A mellow, versatile, and earthy pastel orange
Persian Orange is a mellow, pastel shade with warm, earthy undertones. It lacks the neon intensity of standard orange, making it a versatile choice for playful, youth-focused designs or autumn branding. Because it offers strong contrast against black text, it remains highly readable for body copy. Use this hex code, #d99058, as an accent color paired with deep navy to create a grounded, modern aesthetic.
About Persian Orange
Dried apricots in a clay bowl at noon
What does persian orange mean?
This shade often brings to mind baked earth, autumn produce, and hand-thrown pottery. Its low saturation and milky lightness keep it soft and unhurried, with warmth that settles rather than shouts.
Where you see persian orange
- terracotta pots
- dried apricots
- sweet potato flesh
- caramel sauce
- adobe walls
- cinnamon sticks
What it works for
It works for cozy packaging, ceramic-inspired branding, autumn interiors, and warm accent walls.
What colors go with persian orange?
Teal #008080Teal sits opposite orange, so the two sharpen each other without clashing.Sage Green #9caf88Sage's muted gray-green cools the warmth while matching its softness.Plum #8e4585Deep plum adds richness that keeps the orange from reading too pale.Navy #000080Navy's darkness grounds this light orange and gives it weight.Cream #fffdd0Cream lifts the color gently, keeping the whole palette soft.Chocolate Brown #7b3f00Both are warm and earthy, so brown deepens orange without fighting it.
Questions about Persian Orange
What is the hex code for Persian Orange?
Persian Orange is #d99058. In RGB that is rgb(217, 144, 88), in HSL hsl(26, 63%, 60%) and in CMYK 0%, 34%, 59%, 15%.
Does #d99058 work for text or UI elements?
#d99058 provides strong contrast against black or very dark text, making it a reliable choice for body copy or accent headers. Always verify the specific contrast ratio against your background to ensure it remains accessible for all users.
Is Persian Orange readable on white or black?
Persian Orange has a 2.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.08:1 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.