#FAAD9C Hex Color
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#faad9c is a desaturated, pastel coral that leans heavily into a warm, mellow peach. Because of its high lightness, it functions well as a soothing background color in UI designs where you need softness without sacrificing energy. It pairs unexpectedly well with deep teals or charcoal grays for modern contrast. The hex code is #faad9c, and it ensures excellent legibility when paired with black text.
Questions about #faad9c
What is #faad9c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #faad9c is rgb(250, 173, 156), in HSL hsl(11, 90%, 80%) and in CMYK 0%, 31%, 38%, 2%.
What design style suits the mood of #faad9c?
This color thrives in clean, modern, and wellness-focused design aesthetics where softness and clarity are prioritized over high-energy vibrancy. It creates a calming effect that feels professional yet approachable, making it an ideal choice for skincare or lifestyle digital branding.
Is #faad9c readable on white or black?
#faad9c has a 1.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.52:1 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.