#F25937 Hex Color
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#f25937 is a high-energy, saturated red-orange that demands attention. This shade works best as a sharp accent or CTA button rather than a background, as its intensity can easily overwhelm a layout. It pairs well with slate grays or cool teals for a modern look. With a contrast ratio of 6.3:1, black text remains highly legible against this hex code.
Questions about #f25937
What is #f25937 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f25937 is rgb(242, 89, 55), in HSL hsl(11, 88%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 63%, 77%, 5%.
What colors pair well with #f25937?
Use #f25937 against slate gray or cool teal to balance its intense warmth with a modern, professional edge. These pairings prevent the color from overwhelming a layout, ensuring the final composition feels both bold and grounded.
Is #f25937 readable on white or black?
#f25937 has a 3.35:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.25:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.