#EDC72D Hex Color
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Bright and warm, #edc72d is a saturated golden tone with a slightly orange undertone. Its lively finish suggests enthusiasm and opportunity, making it effective for sale graphics, budget branding, and construction accents. Use the hex code #edc72d for buttons or large type, with black text for clear contrast. It can overwhelm as a full-page background.
Questions about #edc72d
What is #edc72d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #edc72d is rgb(237, 199, 45), in HSL hsl(48, 84%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 16%, 81%, 7%.
What colors pair well with #edc72d?
Is #edc72d readable on white or black?
#edc72d has a 1.63:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.80:1 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.