#DE8042 Hex Color
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Reach for #de8042 when a design needs autumn warmth without shouting. The hex code describes a muted orange that reads mellow and earthy, closer to terracotta than neon. Use it as a supporting tone or large accent, since full backgrounds can feel heavy. It flatters deep teal and dark brown. Black text hits about 7.3:1 contrast, clearing AA for body copy.
Questions about #de8042
What is #de8042 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #de8042 is rgb(222, 128, 66), in HSL hsl(24, 70%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 42%, 70%, 13%.
What colors pair well with #de8042?
Deep teal makes #de8042 glow through contrast, while dark brown or charcoal keep it grounded and earthy. Cream softens it nicely for food packaging and fall menus.
Is #de8042 readable on white or black?
#de8042 has a 2.88:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.27:1 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.