#F2ADB6 Hex Color
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This muted pastel red brings a soft, warm energy to design projects. Because black text stands out clearly at 11.4:1 contrast, the hex code #f2adb6 works well for readable UI backgrounds. It avoids the harshness of vivid reds, pairing successfully with charcoal grays or deep greens to create a balanced look. Use it as a base color rather than an accent to maintain its mellow, airy feel.
Questions about #f2adb6
What is #f2adb6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f2adb6 is rgb(242, 173, 182), in HSL hsl(352, 73%, 81%) and in CMYK 0%, 29%, 25%, 5%.
Which colors pair best with #f2adb6 for a balanced look?
This muted pastel pairs effectively with deep charcoal or slate grays to ground its airy, warm nature. For a more organic, sophisticated palette, try pairing #f2adb6 with deep forest green or muted earth tones.
Is #f2adb6 readable on white or black?
#f2adb6 has a 1.83:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.42:1 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.