#F2A05E Hex Color
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This light, warm orange carries a gentle, sunny disposition. Because it is highly readable against black text, #f2a05e functions well for both large-scale backgrounds and clear interface accents. It pairs effectively with deep charcoal or muted teals to avoid looking washed out. Use the hex code #f2a05e to inject a sense of approachable optimism into branding or spring-themed designs.
Questions about #f2a05e
What is #f2a05e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f2a05e is rgb(242, 160, 94), in HSL hsl(27, 85%, 66%) and in CMYK 0%, 34%, 61%, 5%.
Is #f2a05e suitable for text usage?
Because #f2a05e is a light, sunny orange, it lacks the contrast needed for small body text on white backgrounds. Use it primarily for large headings, button accents, or graphical elements where you want to inject optimism without sacrificing essential user accessibility.
Is #f2a05e readable on white or black?
#f2a05e has a 2.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.96:1 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.