#F49F5F Hex Color
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#f49f5f is a bright, warm pastel that feels youthful and optimistic. This glowing orange works best as a cheerful 10 percent accent color rather than a large background, as it can overwhelm a composition. Try pairing it with cool, deep teals to balance its intensity. The hex code #f49f5f offers excellent contrast with black text, making it a reliable choice for accessible UI design.
Questions about #f49f5f
What is #f49f5f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f49f5f is rgb(244, 159, 95), in HSL hsl(26, 87%, 66%) and in CMYK 0%, 35%, 61%, 4%.
How should I use #f49f5f in a design layout?
#f49f5f functions best as a focused accent color rather than a primary background element, as its high energy can easily overwhelm a layout. Limit its use to about 10 percent of your total composition to keep the interface balanced.
What colors pair well with #f49f5f?
Is #f49f5f readable on white or black?
#f49f5f has a 2.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.97:1 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.