#EDA668 Hex Color
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This soft, glowing orange brings a fresh energy to UI designs. As a medium-light pastel, it feels optimistic and warm without overpowering a layout. Because black text maintains excellent contrast against this shade, it works well for readable body copy or bold headlines. The hex code #eda668 shines best when paired with deep, dark grays to anchor its inherent brightness.
Questions about #eda668
What is #eda668 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #eda668 is rgb(237, 166, 104), in HSL hsl(28, 79%, 67%) and in CMYK 0%, 30%, 56%, 7%.
Does #eda668 work well for body text?
Yes, #eda668 works well for readable body copy or bold headlines when paired with charcoal or deep dark gray text. Because this shade is a medium-light pastel, it provides enough contrast against dark backgrounds to remain legible without eye strain.
What color schemes complement #eda668?
Complementary color schemes using blue tones, like navy or slate, anchor the brightness of #eda668 effectively. If you want a more subtle, harmonious look, consider using monochromatic tints or desaturated earth tones to keep the visual balance soft and cohesive.
Is #eda668 readable on white or black?
#eda668 has a 2.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.25:1 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.