#F9B3AA Hex Color
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This unsaturated pastel red feels light and approachable without being overly sweet. Because #f9b3aa sits in the soft, warm range, it pairs exceptionally well with cool slate grays or deep teals for balance. It works best as a primary background color rather than a small accent, as black text reads clearly against it. The hex code for this fresh shade is #f9b3aa.
Questions about #f9b3aa
What is #f9b3aa in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f9b3aa is rgb(249, 179, 170), in HSL hsl(7, 87%, 82%) and in CMYK 0%, 28%, 32%, 2%.
What colors pair best with #f9b3aa?
#f9b3aa works exceptionally well with deep cool tones, which create a sophisticated balance against its warmth. Try pairing it with slate gray for a professional look or a rich teal to create a striking, modern contrast in your user interface.
Is #f9b3aa readable on white or black?
#f9b3aa has a 1.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.05:1 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.