#E9AA69 Hex Color
Friendly pastel orange with mellow warmth
This mellow, pastel orange feels approachable and friendly. Because it is highly readable against black text, #e9aa69 works effectively for accessible user interface components or large display type. While it can appear flat in expansive layouts, this hex code shines when paired with deep slate blues or charcoal grays to create a balanced, modern contrast. It offers a soft alternative to standard, punchy orange branding.
Questions about #e9aa69
What is #e9aa69 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e9aa69 is rgb(233, 170, 105), in HSL hsl(30, 74%, 66%) and in CMYK 0%, 27%, 55%, 9%.
What color combinations work best with #e9aa69?
This shade shines when anchored by deep charcoal or slate blues, which create a grounded, professional contrast. Using it alongside desaturated neutrals balances its inherent friendliness, preventing the layout from feeling too playful or overwhelming for a clean design.
Is #e9aa69 readable on white or black?
#e9aa69 has a 2.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.41:1 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.