#EBB762 Hex Color
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This golden, pastel orange feels approachable and bright without overwhelming the eye. It is a warm, mellow tone that works well as a background for spring themes or baby products. Because black text maintains high contrast against this hex code #ebb762, it is a practical choice for UI elements. Pair it with dark charcoal grays to create a clean, modern look.
Questions about #ebb762
What is #ebb762 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ebb762 is rgb(235, 183, 98), in HSL hsl(37, 77%, 65%) and in CMYK 0%, 22%, 58%, 8%.
What colors pair best with #ebb762 for a modern interface?
This golden shade works beautifully when contrasted against charcoal or deep, dark grays to ensure high readability. The warmth of #ebb762 also creates a soft, inviting aesthetic when accented by subtle, neutral creams or off-whites.
Is #ebb762 suitable for text-heavy web design?
While #ebb762 serves well as a vibrant background or accent, it is generally too light for body text on its own. Use it for call-to-action buttons or headers, ensuring you layer it with dark, high-contrast text for accessibility.
Is #ebb762 readable on white or black?
#ebb762 has a 1.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.48:1 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.