#E07700 Hex Color
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#e07700 is a saturated, high-intensity shade with an undeniable presence. Because of its raw energy, this color works best as a sharp accent rather than a full background, where it can easily overwhelm the eye. It pairs surprisingly well with deep, moody teals for a modern contrast. The hex code #e07700 offers enough contrast for black text, making it a functional choice for high-visibility UI elements.
Questions about #e07700
What is #e07700 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e07700 is rgb(224, 119, 0), in HSL hsl(32, 100%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 47%, 100%, 12%.
How should I use #e07700 in my designs?
Use #e07700 as a focused accent color rather than a primary background to maximize impact without fatiguing the eye. It creates a striking contrast against dark teal or neutral gray elements, making it ideal for call-to-action buttons or highlights.
Is #e07700 readable on white or black?
#e07700 has a 3.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.80:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.