#F2AD78 Hex Color
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This pastel orange feels light, airy, and optimistic. The hex code for this shade is #f2ad78. It carries a mellow saturation that keeps it from overwhelming a design, making it an ideal choice for background areas or cheerful branding accents. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate gray text to maximize readability, as black text provides high contrast against this warm, glowing tone.
Questions about #f2ad78
What is #f2ad78 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f2ad78 is rgb(242, 173, 120), in HSL hsl(26, 82%, 71%) and in CMYK 0%, 29%, 50%, 5%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #f2ad78?
Because #f2ad78 is a light, warm tone, it balances beautifully with charcoal or deep navy for high-contrast, readable text. If you want a softer, more monochromatic feel, pairing it with muted terracottas creates a harmonious, sunset-inspired palette that feels cohesive and modern.
Is #f2ad78 readable on white or black?
#f2ad78 has a 1.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.02:1 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.