#DDB06A Hex Color
A mellow sun-kissed orange with gentle warmth
This mellow, unsaturated orange brings a sense of optimism and gentle warmth to any design. Its soft, glowing quality works well for baby products, autumn-themed marketing, or light-hearted backgrounds. The hex code for this color is #ddb06a. While it is certainly a standalone shade, learning how to make pink can help artists balance this warm hue in complex palettes.
Questions about #ddb06a
What is #ddb06a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ddb06a is rgb(221, 176, 106), in HSL hsl(37, 63%, 64%) and in CMYK 0%, 20%, 52%, 13%.
What colors pair well with #ddb06a?
This unsaturated orange pairs beautifully with deep navy blues, forest greens, or soft creams. Combining it with cooler tones creates a sophisticated balance, while using it alongside terracotta or warm browns emphasizes its cozy, autumn-inspired characteristics for a cohesive palette.
Is #ddb06a a warm or cool color?
This color is distinctly warm, radiating a soft, glowing energy typical of golden hour sunlight or muted autumn leaves. Its yellow undertones prevent it from feeling too aggressive, making it an excellent choice for designs that require a welcoming, approachable, and optimistic atmosphere.
Is #ddb06a readable on white or black?
#ddb06a has a 2.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.49:1 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.