#EF8423 Hex Color
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#ef8423 is a saturated, bright orange with warm red-gold undertones and a bold, energetic presence. Use it as a small accent for calls to action, sports branding, food packaging, or autumn campaigns rather than a full-page background. Black text remains highly legible, with about an 8.0:1 contrast ratio. The hex code is #ef8423.
Questions about #ef8423
What is #ef8423 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ef8423 is rgb(239, 132, 35), in HSL hsl(29, 86%, 54%) and in CMYK 0%, 45%, 85%, 6%.
What colors pair well with #ef8423?
#ef8423 pairs well with black, white, navy, and deep burgundy, which balance its warm, energetic orange and preserve clear visual hierarchy across branding, interfaces, packaging, and promotional graphics without making the palette feel dull.
Where does #ef8423 work best in design?
#ef8423 works best as a focused accent for calls to action, sports branding, food packaging, and autumn campaigns, where its saturated orange creates energy and draws attention quickly in compact layouts. Large areas can feel intense, so pair it with calm neutrals or dark anchors.
Is #ef8423 readable on white or black?
#ef8423 has a 2.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.99:1 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.