#E1A26A Hex Color
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#e1a26a is a soft, unsaturated orange with noticeable peach undertones. Because of its approachable warmth, it works best as a supporting accent rather than a dominant background color. It pairs surprisingly well with deep, cool teals, which ground its playful nature. With high contrast against black text, the hex code #e1a26a remains legible for UI elements and branding that requires a friendly, optimistic feel.
Questions about #e1a26a
What is #e1a26a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e1a26a is rgb(225, 162, 106), in HSL hsl(28, 66%, 65%) and in CMYK 0%, 28%, 53%, 12%.
What color schemes complement #e1a26a?
Deep, cool teal or dark navy hues ground #e1a26a, balancing its inherent softness with high contrast. Using it alongside earthy brown tones or creamy neutrals helps maintain a warm, optimistic aesthetic without overwhelming the viewer.
Is #e1a26a readable on white or black?
#e1a26a has a 2.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.57:1 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.