#FBC5E2 Hex Color
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#fbc5e2 is a high-key, desaturated pink that leans toward a mellow magenta. Its softness makes it a solid choice for UI backgrounds where you need a gentle touch. The hex code #fbc5e2 offers excellent contrast with black text, ensuring readability for small body copy. Avoid placing it directly next to pure white, as it can look washed out, but it pairs beautifully with dark charcoal.
Questions about #fbc5e2
What is #fbc5e2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fbc5e2 is rgb(251, 197, 226), in HSL hsl(328, 87%, 88%) and in CMYK 0%, 22%, 10%, 2%.
Why should I avoid using #fbc5e2 next to pure white?
Placing #fbc5e2 directly against pure white often causes the color to look washed out or invisible. The lack of tonal depth between the two creates poor visual hierarchy, so use a darker contrasting shade instead.
Is #fbc5e2 readable on white or black?
#fbc5e2 has a 1.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.18:1 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.