#EFAE7D Hex Color
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The hex code #efae7d is a light, muted orange with warm peach undertones and a soft, fresh finish. Its gentle brightness suggests optimism, youth, and creative energy without feeling loud. Use it as a background for spring, baby, food, or youth-focused designs, pairing it with navy for contrast. Black text remains highly readable at about 11.0:1 contrast.
Questions about #efae7d
What is #efae7d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #efae7d is rgb(239, 174, 125), in HSL hsl(26, 78%, 71%) and in CMYK 0%, 27%, 48%, 6%.
What colors pair well with #efae7d?
#efae7d pairs well with navy for strong contrast, while cream, warm white, and muted sage create softer palettes that preserve its peach warmth. Use dark accents for text and lighter neutrals for spacious backgrounds.
Is #efae7d readable on white or black?
#efae7d has a 1.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.02:1 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.