#F5E0D3 Hex Color
A warm and optimistic pale apricot
This luminous shade sits between pale orange and soft grey. It feels optimistic and creative, making it a strong choice for youth-oriented branding or autumn themes. The hex code for this color is #f5e0d3. Designers should use this as a background rather than an accent. It offers excellent contrast for readability, maintaining a 16.5:1 ratio against black text. Pair it with deep slate blue for a balanced look.
Questions about #f5e0d3
What is #f5e0d3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f5e0d3 is rgb(245, 224, 211), in HSL hsl(23, 63%, 89%) and in CMYK 0%, 9%, 14%, 4%.
What colors pair best with #f5e0d3?
The balanced, luminous quality of #f5e0d3 creates a natural harmony when paired with deep, moody tones like slate blue or charcoal. These darker, cool-toned companions provide the necessary anchor to keep the overall design from feeling too airy or washed out.
Is #f5e0d3 suitable for website backgrounds?
Yes, #f5e0d3 functions excellently as a background color because it offers high readability contrast against standard black text. It provides a soft, sophisticated alternative to pure white that feels more approachable and modern without sacrificing the clarity needed for long-form reading.
Is #f5e0d3 readable on white or black?
#f5e0d3 has a 1.27:1 contrast ratio on white and 16.48:1 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.