#FAD8B0 Hex Color
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#fad8b0 is a pale, muted orange with creamy beige undertones and a warm, mellow finish. Its low saturation suggests softness and youth, while its light value suits peaceful, welcoming layouts. Use it as a dominant background for spring, baby, wellness, or food branding. Black text provides about 15.5:1 contrast. The hex code is #fad8b0.
Questions about #fad8b0
What is #fad8b0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fad8b0 is rgb(250, 216, 176), in HSL hsl(32, 88%, 84%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 30%, 2%. Browse more shades of orange with names and hex codes.
Does #fad8b0 read as a warm or cool color?
The #fad8b0 hex color reads as warm because its pale orange base and creamy beige undertones carry more yellow-red energy than blue. Its softened saturation keeps that warmth gentle rather than bright, making it comfortable for welcoming layouts.
What colors pair well with #fad8b0?
The #fad8b0 hex color pairs well with charcoal text, muted sage accents, and terracotta details, creating a gentle palette that balances its creamy warmth with grounded contrast and slightly richer orange depth.
Is #fad8b0 readable on white or black?
#fad8b0 has a 1.35:1 contrast ratio on white and 15.51:1 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.