#DF8F35 Hex Color
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This mid-tone, saturated orange leans heavily into yellow undertones. Because it is warm and mellow, #df8f35 works best as a striking accent color rather than a primary background. It pairs exceptionally well with deep charcoals or navy blues to ground its intensity. The hex code for this shade is #df8f35, which offers excellent readability when used with black text.
Questions about #df8f35
What is #df8f35 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #df8f35 is rgb(223, 143, 53), in HSL hsl(32, 73%, 54%) and in CMYK 0%, 36%, 76%, 13%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #df8f35?
When should I avoid using #df8f35?
Avoid using #df8f35 as a primary background or for large blocks of text, as its saturation can quickly overwhelm the viewer. It functions best as an eye-catching accent, such as for buttons, icons, or specific design highlights.
Is #df8f35 readable on white or black?
#df8f35 has a 2.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.11:1 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.