#FFAA31 Hex Color
Vibrant and energetic sunny orange warmth
#ffaa31 is a highly saturated, energetic orange with a sunny disposition. Because it sits on the brighter end of the spectrum, it functions best as a high-visibility accent color rather than a large-scale background. Pair it with deep charcoal for a modern, legible contrast that pops. The hex code for this shade is #ffaa31, making it a perfect tool for bold, youthful branding projects.
Questions about #ffaa31
What is #ffaa31 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffaa31 is rgb(255, 170, 49), in HSL hsl(35, 100%, 60%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 81%, 0%.
What colors pair well with #ffaa31 for modern branding?
#ffaa31 functions best when grounded by dark, neutral tones like charcoal or deep navy to balance its high-energy, sunny disposition. This contrast ensures that the orange remains a legible, readable accent without overwhelming the overall design layout.
Is #ffaa31 readable on white or black?
#ffaa31 has a 1.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.04:1 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.