#E59F6E Hex Color
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This warm, unsaturated pastel orange feels gentle and approachable. Because of its muted chroma, #e59f6e works effectively as a supporting tone rather than a dominant background. It pairs nicely with deep teals or charcoal grays to create a balanced, modern look. The hex code for this shade is #e59f6e, which offers excellent readability for black text, making it a reliable choice for UI elements and print design.
Questions about #e59f6e
What is #e59f6e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e59f6e is rgb(229, 159, 110), in HSL hsl(25, 70%, 66%) and in CMYK 0%, 31%, 52%, 10%.
What colors pair well with #e59f6e?
Is #e59f6e suitable for UI text or buttons?
Yes, #e59f6e offers excellent contrast against standard black text, making it a reliable and readable choice for button backgrounds or UI highlights. Its muted saturation ensures it does not overwhelm the user while maintaining a friendly, inviting visual presence.
Is #e59f6e readable on white or black?
#e59f6e has a 2.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.51:1 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.