#DF854F Hex Color
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Warm and mellow, #df854f is a moderately saturated orange with earthy red undertones. Its approachable energy suggests optimism, independence, and creative fun, fitting food branding, sports graphics, autumn campaigns, and construction safety. Use the hex code #df854f as a supporting tone with deep navy. Black text also reads clearly over it for accessible body copy.
Questions about #df854f
What is #df854f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #df854f is rgb(223, 133, 79), in HSL hsl(23, 69%, 59%) and in CMYK 0%, 40%, 65%, 13%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #df854f?
Where can #df854f be used effectively?
#df854f works well in food branding, autumn campaigns, sports graphics, and construction-related visuals because its mellow orange feels energetic without becoming harsh while retaining an approachable, earthy presence across both digital and print settings. Use it as a supporting tone with deep navy or as a focused accent against neutral backgrounds.
Is #df854f readable on white or black?
#df854f has a 2.76:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.60:1 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.