#EDC79B Hex Color
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This desaturated, mellow orange feels gentle and approachable. The hex code #edc79b functions as a strong background because black text provides excellent readability against it. Because it is light and unsaturated, it can appear washed out when paired with other pastels, so try grounding it with deep charcoals or navy instead. It creates a soft, warm foundation for neutral branding and minimal web layouts.
Questions about #edc79b
What is #edc79b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #edc79b is rgb(237, 199, 155), in HSL hsl(32, 69%, 77%) and in CMYK 0%, 16%, 35%, 7%.
What colors pair best with #edc79b?
Is #edc79b suitable for large blocks of text?
Using #edc79b as a background for black text is an excellent choice for readability, as the contrast ratio is sufficient for accessibility standards. However, avoid using white text over this color, as the light value of the orange will cause significant eye strain.
Is #edc79b readable on white or black?
#edc79b has a 1.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.24:1 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.