#F7D5A3 Hex Color
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#f7d5a3 acts as a mellow, unsaturated orange that mimics natural warmth. Unlike stark white, this shade provides a gentle, neutral base for organic design themes. It functions best as a soft background, where black text maintains high readability with a 15.0:1 contrast ratio. Pair this hex code with deep forest greens or charcoal to anchor its lightness without losing its optimism.
Questions about #f7d5a3
What is #f7d5a3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f7d5a3 is rgb(247, 213, 163), in HSL hsl(36, 84%, 80%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 34%, 3%.
What colors pair well with #f7d5a3 in a design?
Because #f7d5a3 acts as a neutral, it creates a sophisticated balance when paired with deep, grounding tones like charcoal or forest green. These darker hues anchor the lightness of the orange, preventing the design from feeling washed out while maintaining high contrast.
Is #f7d5a3 a good choice for text-heavy backgrounds?
Yes, #f7d5a3 is an excellent choice for backgrounds when you want to avoid the harshness of stark white. It offers a soft, inviting canvas that maintains a 15.0:1 contrast ratio with black text, ensuring excellent readability for long-form content.
Is #f7d5a3 readable on white or black?
#f7d5a3 has a 1.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.00:1 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.