#F7A599 Hex Color
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#f7a599 is a light, warm red with a soft coral cast and a pastel finish. Its high lightness keeps the color gentle, while its peachy undertone adds fresh energy without becoming harsh. Use it as a spring background or supporting brand tone, and pair it with black text for readable body copy. The hex code is #f7a599.
Questions about #f7a599
What is #f7a599 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f7a599 is rgb(247, 165, 153), in HSL hsl(8, 85%, 78%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 38%, 3%.
What colors pair well with #f7a599?
#f7a599 pairs with charcoal, muted teal, and warm cream because those colors balance its light coral warmth, adding readable contrast or a softer seasonal feel without pushing the palette toward excessive sweetness.
Does #f7a599 read as warm or cool?
#f7a599 reads warm because its red base carries a peachy coral undertone, while its high lightness and softened saturation keep the feeling gentle, fresh, and approachable rather than intense or dramatic. It suits youthful branding and friendly interface accents.
Is #f7a599 readable on white or black?
#f7a599 has a 1.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.79:1 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.