#ED9552 Hex Color
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This mid-tone orange balances high saturation with enough softness to feel approachable rather than aggressive. It brings a nostalgic, warm energy to any design. Because it lacks harsh neon undertones, it works best as a primary accent color or a secondary element in a palette. Pair #ed9552 with deep slate grays to ground its intensity. The hex code for this shade is #ed9552.
Questions about #ed9552
What is #ed9552 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ed9552 is rgb(237, 149, 82), in HSL hsl(26, 81%, 63%) and in CMYK 0%, 37%, 65%, 7%.
What colors pair well with #ed9552 in a design?
#ed9552 works best when grounded by deep, cool tones to balance its natural warmth. Pairing it with charcoal or slate grays creates an effective contrast, while navy blue offers a classic, sophisticated complement that tames the intensity of the orange.
Is #ed9552 considered a warm or cool color?
#ed9552 is definitely a warm color, sitting firmly in the orange spectrum. Because it lacks harsh neon undertones, it feels nostalgic and inviting rather than aggressive, making it a versatile choice for creating approachable, friendly user interfaces.
Is #ed9552 readable on white or black?
#ed9552 has a 2.32:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.02:1 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.