#EFA62F Hex Color
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A bright, saturated orange, #efa62f commands attention with a warm and energetic glow. Because of its high intensity, this shade works best as a punchy 10% accent rather than a dominant background color. It pairs surprisingly well with dark teals, creating a high-contrast look perfect for sports branding or seasonal marketing. The hex code for this color is #efa62f, which provides excellent legibility against black text.
Questions about #efa62f
What is #efa62f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #efa62f is rgb(239, 166, 47), in HSL hsl(37, 86%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 31%, 80%, 6%.
What colors pair well with #efa62f?
Should #efa62f be used as a primary background color?
It is generally better to use #efa62f as a punchy 10% accent rather than a dominant background color. Because of its high saturation, using it in smaller, strategic doses ensures the color commands attention without overwhelming the viewer or straining the eyes.
Is #efa62f readable on white or black?
#efa62f has a 2.06:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.16:1 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.