#F4CA9A Hex Color
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#f4ca9a is a muted, warm pastel featuring soft peach and orange undertones. It lacks high saturation, making it a reliable choice for calm, expansive backgrounds. The hex code is #f4ca9a. It offers excellent readability for black text, providing a 13.8:1 contrast ratio that easily meets accessibility standards. Pair this shade with deep charcoal or slate gray to anchor its lighter, airy presence.
Questions about #f4ca9a
What is #f4ca9a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f4ca9a is rgb(244, 202, 154), in HSL hsl(32, 80%, 78%) and in CMYK 0%, 17%, 37%, 4%.
What colors pair best with #f4ca9a for a balanced palette?
This soft peach tone works best when anchored by high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or deep slate, which stabilize its airy quality. To add warmth without overwhelming the design, introduce accents of muted terracotta or deep brown to ground the aesthetic.
Is #f4ca9a readable on white or black?
#f4ca9a has a 1.52:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.76:1 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.