#F59561 Hex Color
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#f59561 is a glowing, warm orange with high saturation that leans toward a sun-baked peach tone. Because it demands attention, use it sparingly as a 10% accent color rather than a large background field. Pair it with deep charcoal grays to create sharp contrast. Black text remains perfectly legible against this hex code, making it a reliable choice for readable, high-contrast UI elements.
Questions about #f59561
What is #f59561 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f59561 is rgb(245, 149, 97), in HSL hsl(21, 88%, 67%) and in CMYK 0%, 39%, 60%, 4%.
How should I use #f59561 in a user interface?
#f59561 demands attention and works best as a limited 10% accent color to highlight buttons or calls to action. Because it is highly saturated, avoid using it as a large background field to prevent visual fatigue.
What colors pair well with #f59561?
This warm peach pairs perfectly with deep charcoal or dark gray tones to create a balanced, high-contrast look. These dark neutrals anchor the vibrancy of #f59561 while ensuring that text remains legible and clear for the reader.
Is #f59561 readable on white or black?
#f59561 has a 2.24:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.35:1 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.