#E6A649 Hex Color
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This warm, golden orange carries strong sunny undertones that feel energetic and inviting. Because it leans bright rather than muted, #e6a649 works best as a vibrant accent color rather than a primary background. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate gray to make the color pop. The hex code #e6a649 offers high contrast for readability, making it a reliable choice for buttons or highlighting key design elements.
Questions about #e6a649
What is #e6a649 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e6a649 is rgb(230, 166, 73), in HSL hsl(36, 76%, 59%) and in CMYK 0%, 28%, 68%, 10%.
How should I use #e6a649 in my design projects?
#e6a649 serves best as a vibrant accent rather than a primary background color because of its intense saturation. It draws immediate attention to key interface elements like call-to-action buttons, status notifications, or highlights on a light-themed interface.
What colors pair well with #e6a649?
Is #e6a649 readable on white or black?
#e6a649 has a 2.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.91:1 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.