#FAAE41 Hex Color
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Bright yet softened by warm yellow undertones, #faae41 brings fresh, glowing energy without the harshness of neon. It suits food branding, sports graphics, autumn campaigns, and safety accents, especially alongside deep navy or charcoal. Use it for highlights or large type rather than a full interface background; black text remains highly readable. The hex code is #faae41.
Questions about #faae41
What is #faae41 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #faae41 is rgb(250, 174, 65), in HSL hsl(35, 95%, 62%) and in CMYK 0%, 30%, 74%, 2%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #faae41?
Does #faae41 look warm or cool?
#faae41 reads as a warm golden orange because its yellow hue and strong saturation create a sunny, energetic impression, while its softened brightness keeps it friendlier and less harsh than a neon orange.
Is #faae41 readable on white or black?
#faae41 has a 1.87:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.19:1 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.