#E55B2B Hex Color
A punchy, high-energy reddish-orange accent
This bold reddish-orange commands attention and works best as a punchy accent color. Its high intensity pairs well with deep charcoals, which grounds the heat. Because of its strength, black text remains highly legible against it, passing accessibility standards. The hex code for this powerful shade is #e55b2b. Reserve it for call-to-action buttons where you need to drive immediate user focus.
Questions about #e55b2b
What is #e55b2b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e55b2b is rgb(229, 91, 43), in HSL hsl(15, 78%, 53%) and in CMYK 0%, 60%, 81%, 10%.
Why is #e55b2b effective for call-to-action buttons?
This reddish-orange creates immediate urgency, drawing the eye faster than neutral tones or cool blues. When used against a charcoal or deep gray background, the high saturation ensures the button pops while maintaining excellent contrast and readability for users.
What colors pair well with #e55b2b?
#e55b2b thrives when paired with navy or charcoal to ground its intensity. It can also stand out against softer off-whites, but avoid placing it near other bright oranges, as it will lose the punchy, singular focus you need for your design.
Is #e55b2b readable on white or black?
#e55b2b has a 3.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.86:1 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.