#E6A245 Hex Color
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#e6a245 is a high-energy, golden-orange that radiates warmth and optimism. Because it is saturated and bold, it works best as a 10% accent color rather than a primary background, where it can easily overwhelm the eye. Pair this hex code with deep charcoal grays to create a modern, high-contrast look that keeps the tone balanced and grounded.
Questions about #e6a245
What is #e6a245 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e6a245 is rgb(230, 162, 69), in HSL hsl(35, 76%, 59%) and in CMYK 0%, 30%, 70%, 10%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
What is the best way to use #e6a245 in a design?
#e6a245 is a high-energy, saturated color that functions most effectively as a strategic 10% accent rather than a background. Because it is visually bold, applying it in small doses against charcoal or dark neutral tones prevents it from overwhelming your layout.
Does #e6a245 pair well with cool-toned colors?
Yes, #e6a245 creates striking contrast when paired with cool, muted shades like navy or slate blue. This combination balances the intense, warm golden undertones of the orange with the grounding stability of a cooler, darker palette for a sophisticated aesthetic.
Is #e6a245 readable on white or black?
#e6a245 has a 2.18:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.61:1 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.