#EF9E48 Hex Color
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This glowing, warm orange brings immediate energy and optimism to a design. It is a bold, youthful choice for branding or call-to-action buttons. The hex code for this shade is #ef9e48. Because it offers a 9.7:1 contrast ratio against black, it remains highly readable. Use this tone as a strategic accent rather than a dominant background to keep your layouts balanced.
Questions about #ef9e48
What is #ef9e48 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ef9e48 is rgb(239, 158, 72), in HSL hsl(31, 84%, 61%) and in CMYK 0%, 34%, 70%, 6%.
What colors pair well with #ef9e48?
Use deep navy or charcoal to provide the strongest contrast for #ef9e48, as these cool neutrals ground its intense, sun-drenched energy. You can also pair it with soft, muted teals for a balanced, complementary look that feels professional yet lively.
Is #ef9e48 readable on white or black?
#ef9e48 has a 2.17:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.65:1 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.