#DDA861 Hex Color
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This unsaturated, golden orange radiates a mellow warmth. The hex code #dda861 works best as a primary background or a 60% base color because it provides a friendly, approachable foundation. Pair it with dark charcoal text for high readability, or experiment with similar orange shades to build depth. It feels approachable and youthful, making it a reliable choice for casual branding or seasonal design projects.
Questions about #dda861
What is #dda861 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #dda861 is rgb(221, 168, 97), in HSL hsl(34, 65%, 62%) and in CMYK 0%, 24%, 56%, 13%.
What colors pair best with #dda861?
Is #dda861 readable on white or black?
#dda861 has a 2.13:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.84:1 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.