#F68522 Hex Color
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This intense, high-energy orange demands attention. Because it is so saturated, it works best as a punchy accent color or call-to-action button rather than a large background. Pair it with deep charcoal or navy to ground its brightness. The hex code for this color is #f68522. It offers excellent contrast for black text, making it a functional choice for accessible UI elements.
Questions about #f68522
What is #f68522 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f68522 is rgb(246, 133, 34), in HSL hsl(28, 92%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 46%, 86%, 4%.
What colors pair well with the #f68522 orange?
Deep charcoal, slate navy, or dark gray act as perfect anchors for #f68522 because they balance its high intensity. These dark neutrals prevent the orange from overwhelming your design while maintaining a clean, professional, and accessible contrast.
Is #f68522 a good choice for UI call-to-action buttons?
This shade is an excellent choice for call-to-action buttons because its high saturation naturally draws the eye and signals urgency. When placed against a clean white or dark background, it provides the necessary visibility for clear user interaction.
Is #f68522 readable on white or black?
#f68522 has a 2.53:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.29:1 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.