#DF964B Hex Color
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This mellow, muted orange balances warmth with a soft saturation. Because it maintains strong legibility against black text, #df964b works well as a background color for UI design where readability matters. Pair it with deep charcoal or navy to ground its cheerful, sunny energy. The hex code for this shade is #df964b, a choice that adds personality without overwhelming the viewer.
Questions about #df964b
What is #df964b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #df964b is rgb(223, 150, 75), in HSL hsl(30, 70%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 66%, 13%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #df964b in a design scheme?
Is #df964b suitable for use as a background color?
Yes, #df964b works exceptionally well as a background because its muted saturation prevents it from being visually overwhelming. It maintains strong legibility with dark text, offering a warmer, more approachable alternative to standard beige or light gray backgrounds.
Is #df964b readable on white or black?
#df964b has a 2.44:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.60:1 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.