#F48B6E Hex Color
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#f48b6e is a softened coral that balances warm energy with a mellow tone. It lacks the aggression of pure red, making it ideal for call-to-action buttons or UI highlights. Because it pairs well with black text for high accessibility, the color remains legible. Use this hex code as a punchy accent against deep charcoal grays rather than as a dominant full-page background.
Questions about #f48b6e
What is #f48b6e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f48b6e is rgb(244, 139, 110), in HSL hsl(13, 86%, 69%) and in CMYK 0%, 43%, 55%, 4%.
Where should I use #f48b6e in a user interface?
#f48b6e performs best as a high-visibility accent color, such as a call-to-action button or a notification badge, rather than a full-page background. It stands out significantly against charcoal or very dark neutral backgrounds while remaining readable.
Does #f48b6e work well with dark text?
Yes, #f48b6e offers excellent contrast when paired with dark, near-black, or charcoal text, ensuring your design remains accessible. Because the hue is warm but not overly saturated, it avoids the visual vibration that aggressive reds often create.
Is #f48b6e readable on white or black?
#f48b6e has a 2.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.76:1 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.