#FFAE70 Hex Color
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This pastel orange, #ffae70, carries high saturation and warmth that feels immediately playful. While it works for autumn or spring themes, use it sparingly as an accent because its intensity can overwhelm a layout. It pairs well with deep charcoal text, which provides a high contrast for readability. Designers often choose this hex code for youth marketing and casual branding projects.
Questions about #ffae70
What is #ffae70 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffae70 is rgb(255, 174, 112), in HSL hsl(26, 100%, 72%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 56%, 0%.
How can I use #ffae70 effectively in UI design?
#ffae70 functions best as a focused accent or call-to-action button color rather than a primary background shade. Because it is highly saturated, pair it with deep charcoal or very dark text to maintain necessary accessibility and readability standards.
What colors complement the warmth of #ffae70?
Is #ffae70 readable on white or black?
#ffae70 has a 1.81:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.54:1 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.