orange 3

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #CD8500?

RGB(205, 133, 0), HSL(38.9, 100.0%, 40.2%), CMYK(0.0%, 35.1%, 100.0%, 19.6%).

Q: Does #CD8500 meet WCAG contrast on white?

3.02:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

#CD8500

X11 color

Orange 3 (#CD8500) is a deep, rich X11 orange — significantly darker than standard orange, approaching a warm amber-brown. This depth transforms the orange into a hue more associated with aged whisky, autumn bark, and burnished metal. It's used in premium spirits packaging, autumn interior palettes, and historical illustration for its warm antiquity.

Color Values

HEX

#CD8500

RGB

205, 133, 0

HSL

38.9, 100.0%, 40.2%

HSV

38.9, 100.0%, 80.4%

CMYK

0.0%, 35.1%, 100.0%, 19.6%

OKLCH

0.6748 0.1449 71.5

Properties

Warm Light Nearest: orange 3

Color Psychology

True orange embodies enthusiasm, creativity, and adventure. It stimulates mental activity and social interaction, making it a favorite in creative industries. Orange is highly visible and conveys confidence without the aggression of red, bridging warmth and energy.

Design Usage

Medium orange excels in CTAs, pricing highlights, and gamification elements where excitement is desired. Tech companies and SaaS products use it to differentiate from the dominant blue of their competitors. It requires careful contrast checking since mid-range orange can fail WCAG on light backgrounds.