#F9C0C3 Hex Color
Gentle, desaturated warmth in pastel red
#f9c0c3 is a warm, pastel red with a gentle, desaturated character. It lacks the aggression of pure red, making it ideal for soft UI backgrounds or branding that requires a youthful, approachable feel. Because it is quite light, this color pairs effectively with dark charcoal text for high contrast. Avoid using it as a dominant color in large blocks, as it can feel overwhelming. The hex code is #f9c0c3.
Questions about #f9c0c3
What is #f9c0c3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f9c0c3 is rgb(249, 192, 195), in HSL hsl(357, 83%, 86%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 22%, 2%.
What colors pair best with #f9c0c3?
Is #f9c0c3 readable on white or black?
#f9c0c3 has a 1.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.35:1 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.