#F9C6B3 Hex Color
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This pale, desaturated orange offers a soft, warm alternative to sterile whites. Because #f9c6b3 carries a gentle peach undertone, it works best as a background color for brands targeting youth or wellness. It pairs well with charcoal gray text, which provides sharp readability. Use it sparingly, as this color can look washed out when placed directly against bright white surfaces.
Questions about #f9c6b3
What is #f9c6b3 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f9c6b3 is rgb(249, 198, 179), in HSL hsl(16, 85%, 84%) and in CMYK 0%, 20%, 28%, 2%.
What colors pair well with #f9c6b3?
Is #f9c6b3 readable on white or black?
#f9c6b3 has a 1.52:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.75:1 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.