#FAC6C5 Hex Color
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A delicate, pastel red, #fac6c5 offers a soft warmth without overwhelming a design. Because this hex code has a high lightness, it functions best as a supporting background rather than a dominant primary color. It pairs surprisingly well with deep forest greens or charcoal grays, which ground its airy quality. Use it for youthful brand aesthetics or gentle UI elements where readability is priority.
Questions about #fac6c5
What is #fac6c5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fac6c5 is rgb(250, 198, 197), in HSL hsl(1, 84%, 88%) and in CMYK 0%, 21%, 21%, 2%. Browse more shades of pink with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #fac6c5?
This light pastel red works effectively when grounded by deeper, moodier shades. It creates a sophisticated contrast when paired with charcoal or deep forest green, which help stabilize its high lightness. Avoid using it alongside other pastels, as it can quickly lose visual impact and readability.
Is #fac6c5 suitable for UI text?
Using #fac6c5 for text is not recommended due to its very low contrast against white or light backgrounds. It should be reserved for subtle accents, soft backgrounds, or decorative borders where accessibility requirements for text are not a primary concern.
Is #fac6c5 readable on white or black?
#fac6c5 has a 1.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.94:1 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.