#EFB439 Hex Color
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Bright and warm, this yellow glows with an orange undertone that keeps it mellow instead of harsh. #efb439 works best as an accent color, especially on dark interfaces, and black text sits on it at an 11.3:1 contrast ratio. You’ll see it in sale banners and construction signage. Pair it with deep plum or navy for a richer palette. The hex code reads fresh and energetic at any size.
Questions about #efb439
What is #efb439 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #efb439 is rgb(239, 180, 57), in HSL hsl(41, 85%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 25%, 76%, 6%.
What colors pair well with #efb439?
Deep plum and navy make #efb439 look richer than the usual white pairing. For a warmer scheme, try terracotta or charcoal brown as supporting tones.
Is #efb439 readable on white or black?
#efb439 has a 1.86:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.25:1 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.