#F5E6D7 Hex Color
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A luminous, desaturated orange, #f5e6d7 sits comfortably between cream and soft terracotta. This shade feels approachable and creative, making it a reliable base for youth-focused branding or autumn-themed layouts. The hex code #f5e6d7 offers excellent contrast for black text, ensuring high readability in UI designs. Because it is so light, pair it with deep charcoal or forest green to prevent a washed-out appearance.
Questions about #f5e6d7
What is #f5e6d7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f5e6d7 is rgb(245, 230, 215), in HSL hsl(30, 60%, 90%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 12%, 4%.
Does #f5e6d7 feel warmer or cooler than standard cream?
#f5e6d7 leans significantly warmer due to its subtle terracotta influence, which separates it from the sterile, yellow-toned creams often found in neutral palettes. This warmth provides an approachable, organic feeling that works well for lifestyle or youth-oriented branding.
Is #f5e6d7 readable on white or black?
#f5e6d7 has a 1.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.18:1 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.