#E0AA4A Hex Color

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#e0aa4a is a warm, softly muted orange with golden-brown undertones and enough brightness to feel fresh without looking loud. Its mellow glow suits autumn branding, food packaging, youth campaigns, and spring backgrounds. Use it as a supporting tone with navy or charcoal. Black text reads clearly, making this hex code practical for readable interfaces.

Questions about #e0aa4a

What is #e0aa4a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e0aa4a is rgb(224, 170, 74), in HSL hsl(38, 71%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 24%, 67%, 12%.
Which colors pair well with #e0aa4a?
Dark neutrals and deep burgundy pair well with #e0aa4a, balancing its warm golden-orange base with contrast; muted green can soften the palette, while a pale neutral creates a gentler supporting background for softer layouts.
Does #e0aa4a read as warm or cool?
#e0aa4a reads as a warm orange, with golden-brown undertones that soften its brightness and give it a grounded glow; it suits autumn branding, food packaging, youth campaigns, and fresh spring accents.
Is #e0aa4a readable on white or black?
#e0aa4a has a 2.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.01:1 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.