#DB5C00 Hex Color
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This saturated, beaming orange demands attention with its intense and bold character. Use #db5c00 sparingly as a 10% accent to avoid overwhelming the viewer. Black text remains highly legible against this hue, easily meeting accessibility requirements with a 5.5:1 contrast ratio. The hex code for this energetic color is #db5c00.
Questions about #db5c00
What is #db5c00 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #db5c00 is rgb(219, 92, 0), in HSL hsl(25, 100%, 43%) and in CMYK 0%, 58%, 100%, 14%.
How should I use #db5c00 effectively in a design layout?
Use #db5c00 sparingly, ideally covering no more than 10% of your interface as a call-to-action button or highlight. This energetic orange can easily overwhelm viewers if overused, so balance it with neutral tones like charcoal or soft whites to maintain visual harmony.
Is #db5c00 readable on white or black?
#db5c00 has a 3.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.54:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.