#DEA66F Hex Color
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This unsaturated, mellow orange feels like a muted sunset. With its warm, earthy undertones, #dea66f works best as a balanced base rather than an accent. It pairs nicely with deep charcoal or slate blue, providing enough contrast for readable black typography. Avoid using this tone against stark white, as it can appear washed out, but it shines in branding for baby products or seasonal spring themes.
Questions about #dea66f
What is #dea66f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #dea66f is rgb(222, 166, 111), in HSL hsl(30, 63%, 65%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 50%, 13%.
What colors pair well with #dea66f in a design scheme?
#dea66f pairs effectively with charcoal or deep slate blue, which provide necessary contrast without overwhelming the muted orange. These darker neutrals anchor the earthiness of #dea66f, creating a balanced palette that feels sophisticated rather than washed out.
Is #dea66f readable on white or black?
#dea66f has a 2.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.78:1 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.