#E25C07 Hex Color
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A blazing, saturated orange that commands immediate attention. With its high intensity and warm undertones, #e25c07 creates instant energy in any design. It acts as an effective choice for call-to-action buttons, athletic branding, or seasonal accents where a bold pop of color is necessary. This hex code provides a friendly, adventurous feel that works well in youth-oriented projects and creative graphics.
Questions about #e25c07
What is #e25c07 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e25c07 is rgb(226, 92, 7), in HSL hsl(23, 94%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 59%, 97%, 11%.
What colors pair well with this orange?
Deep charcoal grays or dark navy blues provide the best contrast for this intense orange, grounding its high energy. For a more vibrant, adventurous scheme, pair it with complementary teal or soft, neutral cream tones to balance the overall visual heat.
Is this color suitable for text on websites?
This color is generally too light for white backgrounds and too bright for most standard text readability standards. Use it sparingly as an accent color for buttons or call-to-action elements rather than for long-form body text to ensure accessibility.
Is #e25c07 readable on white or black?
#e25c07 has a 3.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.76:1 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.