#F7AC5D Hex Color
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This fresh, pastel orange sits in a warm, friendly space. With high readability against black text, the hex code #f7ac5d functions best as a bright accent or a secondary color rather than a large background. It pairs exceptionally well with cool charcoal or slate blues to balance its high-energy glow. If you are experimenting with mixing orange, this shade adds an optimistic, youthful touch to your palette.
Questions about #f7ac5d
What is #f7ac5d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f7ac5d is rgb(247, 172, 93), in HSL hsl(31, 91%, 67%) and in CMYK 0%, 30%, 62%, 3%.
What colors pair well with #f7ac5d?
#f7ac5d works best when balanced by cool, dark neutrals that ground its high energy. Pair it with charcoal or deep slate blues to create a sophisticated contrast, or use it alongside soft creams for a gentle, approachable aesthetic.
How can I use #f7ac5d effectively in UI design?
Use #f7ac5d as a strategic accent color rather than a primary background to keep interfaces readable. It is ideal for call-to-action buttons or highlights because it maintains excellent visibility when placed against dark text or muted gray backgrounds.
Is #f7ac5d readable on white or black?
#f7ac5d has a 1.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.01:1 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.