#FA873F Hex Color
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#fa873f is a bold, high-energy orange that demands attention. Because of its intense saturation, this color functions best as a small accent or call-to-action button rather than a large background. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal grays for a modern, industrial look. The hex code #fa873f offers high contrast against black text, making it a reliable choice for readable, punchy interface elements.
Questions about #fa873f
What is #fa873f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fa873f is rgb(250, 135, 63), in HSL hsl(23, 95%, 61%) and in CMYK 0%, 46%, 75%, 2%.
What colors pair well with #fa873f?
#fa873f creates a modern, industrial aesthetic when paired with charcoal or deep neutral grays. For a more balanced, harmonious look, consider using soft teal or navy blues to provide a calming, cooling contrast to this energetic, warm shade.
Is #fa873f suitable for interface buttons?
Yes, #fa873f works exceptionally well for call-to-action buttons due to its high saturation and energy. It naturally draws the eye and maintains excellent legibility when used against black or very dark, high-contrast text and backgrounds.
Is #fa873f readable on white or black?
#fa873f has a 2.44:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.60:1 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.