Discreet Orange

#ffad98

Muted, salmon-tinged orange for subdued UI accents

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About Discreet Orange

You see Discreet Orange and it reads like a soft glow caught in warm daylight, not a loud signal. The saturation stays controlled, and the undertone leans peachy rather than coral, so it never trips into the sharper invitation vibe of . Compared to , it's a touch lighter and more clearly orange, with enough pigment to feel intentional, not just "warmed up."

This is the orange I reach for when you need feedback and friendliness without that edge. Think onboarding and form states in beauty and wellness apps, small CTA accents in hospitality booking flows, and editorial cards on food and lifestyle sites where you want heat, not drama. It also holds up in product UI where can feel a bit settled and reserved.

Pair it with cream, warm neutrals, and soft browns for cohesion. Cool grays will pull it sideways fast, so keep the temperature family consistent.

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WCAG 2.1 contrast ratios. AA requires 4.5:1 for normal text, 3:1 for large. AAA requires 7:1 / 4.5:1.

On White #ffffff

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On Gray 100 #f5f5f5

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1.65:1Fail

On Gray 900 #18181b

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9.86:1AAA

On Black #000000

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11.68:1AAA

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