#FFCF80 Hex Color
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#ffcf80 is a light, mellow orange with a sun-drenched, pastel quality. Because it is highly readable against black text, this hex code works well for UI backgrounds that require a friendly, optimistic touch. It pairs beautifully with deep forest greens, which ground its inherent playfulness. Avoid using it as a primary background for white text, as the contrast lacks the punch needed for accessibility.
Questions about #ffcf80
What is #ffcf80 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffcf80 is rgb(255, 207, 128), in HSL hsl(37, 100%, 75%) and in CMYK 0%, 19%, 50%, 0%.
What colors pair well with #ffcf80?
This light orange pairs beautifully with deep, earthy tones like forest green, which grounds its inherent playfulness. For a balanced, modern palette, combine #ffcf80 with desaturated blues or soft grays to keep the overall design feeling approachable and calm.
Is #ffcf80 readable on white or black?
#ffcf80 has a 1.44:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.48:1 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.