#EC995F Hex Color
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Pastel orange with mellow golden and peach undertones, #ec995f feels warm, youthful, and upbeat without looking loud. The hex code #ec995f works as a supporting tone in spring, food, baby, and autumn palettes. Pair it with deep navy or muted teal, while black text stays highly readable on backgrounds and interface panels.
Questions about #ec995f
What is #ec995f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ec995f is rgb(236, 153, 95), in HSL hsl(25, 79%, 65%) and in CMYK 0%, 35%, 60%, 7%.
What colors pair well with #ec995f?
#ec995f pairs well with deep navy, muted teal, cream, and warm neutrals because its soft orange warmth gains definition from cooler tones and stays gentle beside light, understated colors in digital and print palettes. Navy gives the clearest contrast, while teal creates a calmer, more modern pairing.
Is #ec995f warm or cool?
#ec995f reads as a warm color because its orange base carries mellow golden and peach undertones, giving it a sunny, approachable feel without the sharp intensity of a bright orange. That balance suits friendly accents and seasonal palettes better than spaces that need a cool, restrained mood.
Is #ec995f readable on white or black?
#ec995f has a 2.26:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.28:1 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.