#F2784E Hex Color
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#f2784e is a warm, saturated red-orange with strong coral undertones. Its bright, energetic presence suits calls to action, sports branding, food packaging, and lively accent graphics. Use it as a 10% accent beside deep navy or charcoal rather than a full-page background. The hex code #f2784e supports clear black text at about 7.6:1 contrast.
Questions about #f2784e
What is #f2784e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f2784e is rgb(242, 120, 78), in HSL hsl(15, 86%, 63%) and in CMYK 0%, 50%, 68%, 5%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #f2784e?
The #f2784e hex color pairs well with deep navy, charcoal, cream, and muted teal because these colors balance its warm coral energy and let the saturated red-orange accent stand out without overwhelming a layout. Use it as a focused accent against darker neutrals.
Does #f2784e look warm or cool?
The #f2784e hex color reads as warm because its red-orange base and strong coral undertones lean toward energetic fire and sunset hues rather than blue-based pinks or cool purples in a palette. That warmth suits calls to action, sports branding, and lively food-focused graphics.
Is #f2784e readable on white or black?
#f2784e has a 2.77:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.57:1 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.