#DE8D4C Hex Color
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This mellow, sun-drenched orange carries a pastel quality that softens its intensity. Because it has enough contrast to support black body text, it works well for readable UI backgrounds or warm, approachable branding. Pair #de8d4c with slate blue to create a balanced, modern palette that avoids feeling too childish. The hex code for this warm shade is #de8d4c, an ideal choice for playful yet professional designs.
Questions about #de8d4c
What is #de8d4c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #de8d4c is rgb(222, 141, 76), in HSL hsl(27, 69%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 36%, 66%, 13%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
How can #de8d4c be used effectively in UI design?
Use #de8d4c as an accent color for call-to-action buttons or highlights against a clean, off-white background to maintain readability. It pairs beautifully with slate blue for a balanced, modern interface that avoids the intensity of standard orange.
Is #de8d4c readable on white or black?
#de8d4c has a 2.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.02:1 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.