#ED8C34 Hex Color
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#ed8c34 is a bright, saturated orange with warm golden undertones and a lively, high-energy feel. The hex code #ed8c34 draws attention without the harshness of pure neon, making it useful for calls to action, food branding, sports graphics, and autumn accents. Use black text for strong readability, while navy or charcoal can temper its intensity.
Questions about #ed8c34
What is #ed8c34 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ed8c34 is rgb(237, 140, 52), in HSL hsl(29, 84%, 57%) and in CMYK 0%, 41%, 78%, 7%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
Does #ed8c34 work with dark text?
Yes, #ed8c34 supports black text at about an 8.4:1 contrast ratio, comfortably exceeding the WCAG AA 4.5:1 requirement for body text. Use black for labels, buttons, and small interface copy when this orange is the background.
Which colors pair well with #ed8c34?
#ed8c34 pairs well with navy or charcoal, which give its bright, warm saturation a grounded counterpoint without competing for attention in layouts that need energy but still benefit from a stable visual anchor. Cream can soften the palette.
Is #ed8c34 readable on white or black?
#ed8c34 has a 2.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.40:1 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.