#DD750D Hex Color
Orange with the volume turned up
Not a soft peach or muted terracotta, #dd750d is a strong, saturated orange with genuine heat. Its brightness suits accents, calls to action, and sports branding, though it can overwhelm as a full background. Pair it with deep teal for balance. Black text passes AA contrast on it at about 6.6:1. The hex code #dd750d reads warm and bold.
Questions about #dd750d
What is #dd750d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #dd750d is rgb(221, 117, 13), in HSL hsl(30, 89%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 47%, 94%, 13%.
Can body text be read on #dd750d?
Yes, black text on #dd750d reaches about 6.6:1 contrast, which passes WCAG AA for small body text. White text fails at roughly 3.1:1, so stick to dark type on this shade.
What colors pair well with #dd750d?
Deep teal and navy both cool down its heat and make it feel intentional rather than loud. For a softer route, try warm creams that let the orange carry the energy.
Is #dd750d readable on white or black?
#dd750d has a 3.16:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.62:1 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.