#EDBE5F Hex Color
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#edbe5f is a sunny, mellow yellow with an approachable, saturated warmth. It functions well as a bright accent or a cheerful background, though it can overwhelm large layouts if used alone. For a sophisticated palette, pair this shade with deep charcoal or navy. The hex code #edbe5f offers excellent readability with black text, surpassing accessibility standards. If you want something less intense, consider other shades of orange.
Questions about #edbe5f
What is #edbe5f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #edbe5f is rgb(237, 190, 95), in HSL hsl(40, 80%, 65%) and in CMYK 0%, 20%, 60%, 7%.
What colors pair best with #edbe5f for a balanced look?
Is #edbe5f readable on white or black?
#edbe5f has a 1.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.13:1 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.