#ED6C15 Hex Color
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#ed6c15 is a high-energy orange that demands attention without feeling abrasive. This saturated, warm hue works best as a sharp accent rather than a background color, where it can quickly overwhelm a design. It provides excellent contrast against black text for clear readability. Pair this hex code with deep charcoal or slate greys to anchor its intensity and keep your interface feeling intentional.
Questions about #ed6c15
What is #ed6c15 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ed6c15 is rgb(237, 108, 21), in HSL hsl(24, 86%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 54%, 91%, 7%.
What colors pair best with #ed6c15 for a professional design?
This vibrant orange looks best when balanced by deep, cool neutrals like charcoal or slate gray, which anchor its intensity. Using these darker tones creates a sophisticated, high-contrast interface that prevents the orange from appearing overwhelming to the viewer.
Is #ed6c15 readable on white or black?
#ed6c15 has a 3.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.75:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.