#EBB587 Hex Color
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Like a sun-faded terracotta pot, #ebb587 is a pastel orange with a sandy, mellow warmth. Its low saturation keeps it calm, so it shines as a background or supporting tone rather than a bold accent. Pair it with deep teal to keep things fresh. Black text sits comfortably on this hex code, so small body copy stays readable.
Questions about #ebb587
What is #ebb587 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ebb587 is rgb(235, 181, 135), in HSL hsl(28, 71%, 73%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 43%, 8%.
What colors pair well with #ebb587?
Deep teal and navy balance its warmth well, giving #ebb587 a fresher look than beige or cream would. Warm browns and olive also work for earthier palettes.
Is #ebb587 readable on white or black?
#ebb587 has a 1.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.49:1 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.