#E49A6A Hex Color
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This muted, warm peach carries a mellow and unsaturated quality that feels accessible rather than aggressive. Because it is light and approachable, #e49a6a works well as a supporting background tone in friendly branding or youth-focused marketing. It pairs beautifully with deep charcoal grays to provide high-contrast readability. The hex code for this soft orange is #e49a6a, a versatile choice for designers seeking a gentle, optimistic base.
Questions about #e49a6a
What is #e49a6a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e49a6a is rgb(228, 154, 106), in HSL hsl(24, 69%, 65%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 54%, 11%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #e49a6a in a layout?
This warm peach pairs beautifully with deep charcoal or dark slate grays to ensure high-contrast readability in UI design. For a softer, monochromatic look, combine it with muted terra-cotta tones or warm creams to maintain a cohesive, accessible palette.
Is #e49a6a readable on white or black?
#e49a6a has a 2.30:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.12:1 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.