#EAAB57 Hex Color
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#eaab57 is a glowing, pastel orange with a warm, sun-drenched character. This hue feels optimistic and youthful, making it a friendly choice for branding or illustrative backgrounds. Because it maintains high legibility with black text, it works well for UI elements that require clarity. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate blue to ground its energy, as it can look washed out against pure white.
Questions about #eaab57
What is #eaab57 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #eaab57 is rgb(234, 171, 87), in HSL hsl(34, 78%, 63%) and in CMYK 0%, 27%, 63%, 8%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
How do I best style #eaab57 in digital interfaces?
This glowing orange performs best when paired with dark, grounding neutrals like charcoal or deep slate, which prevents it from appearing washed out. Because #eaab57 maintains high legibility with black text, it functions effectively for UI buttons and illustrative highlights.
What mood does #eaab57 create in branding?
The #eaab57 hue evokes an optimistic, youthful energy that feels sun-drenched and approachable. It works well for wellness or creative brands looking for a friendly, warm, and inviting aesthetic that avoids the harshness of a standard, vibrant orange.
Is #eaab57 readable on white or black?
#eaab57 has a 2.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.46:1 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.