#F0A0A8 Hex Color
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This desaturated, pastel red offers a gentle warmth that reads approachable rather than aggressive. Because the hex code #f0a0a8 sits on the lighter side of the spectrum, it performs best as a soft background or a supporting accent in spring-themed designs. While it lacks the intensity of primary red, it pairs effectively with dark charcoal text for high readability.
Questions about #f0a0a8
What is #f0a0a8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f0a0a8 is rgb(240, 160, 168), in HSL hsl(354, 73%, 78%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 30%, 6%. Browse more shades of pink with names and hex codes.
Does #f0a0a8 work well for body text on a website?
Using #f0a0a8 as body text is generally not recommended because it lacks sufficient contrast against white or light backgrounds. To maintain readability and accessibility standards, pair this soft shade with a high-contrast charcoal or deep neutral for text elements instead.
What colors pair best with #f0a0a8 in a design palette?
Is #f0a0a8 readable on white or black?
#f0a0a8 has a 2.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.29:1 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.