#DB6D3A Hex Color

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This bold, saturated orange commands attention without feeling aggressive. Because of its intensity, #db6d3a works best as an accent color for calls to action or highlights rather than a full page background. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal grays and deep teals. The hex code is #db6d3a, and it maintains excellent readability with black text, offering a solid 6.3:1 contrast ratio.

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What is #db6d3a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?

In RGB, #db6d3a is rgb(219, 109, 58), in HSL hsl(19, 69%, 54%) and in CMYK 0%, 50%, 74%, 14%.

What colors pair best with #db6d3a?

#db6d3a creates a balanced, professional look when paired with deep, cool tones like charcoal or dark teal. These colors ground the intensity of the orange, preventing it from overwhelming your layout while maintaining strong visual interest.

Is #db6d3a readable on white or black?

#db6d3a has a 3.35:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.26:1 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.

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