#FFA959 Hex Color
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This glowing orange is bright, saturated, and impossible to ignore. As a warm accent, the hex code #ffa959 adds a punch of energy to designs. It pairs well with charcoal greys or deep teals for a balanced look. Because it offers strong 11.1:1 contrast against black text, it works safely for high-visibility UI elements. If you are learning how to make orange, this shade serves as a sunny target.
Questions about #ffa959
What is #ffa959 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffa959 is rgb(255, 169, 89), in HSL hsl(29, 100%, 67%) and in CMYK 0%, 34%, 65%, 0%.
What colors pair well with #ffa959?
Is #ffa959 readable on white or black?
#ffa959 has a 1.89:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.07:1 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.