#FC6955 Hex Color
Intense, high-energy coral red accent
A high-energy, saturated red with strong coral undertones, #fc6955 commands immediate attention. This vivid hue works best as an accent or call-to-action button rather than a background, where it can easily overwhelm the eye. It pairs well with charcoal grays for a modern contrast. Black text remains perfectly legible against this hex code, making it a reliable choice for functional UI design.
Questions about #fc6955
What is #fc6955 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fc6955 is rgb(252, 105, 85), in HSL hsl(7, 97%, 66%) and in CMYK 0%, 58%, 66%, 1%.
Is #fc6955 suitable for text backgrounds?
Avoid using #fc6955 as a full-page background because its intense saturation can quickly overwhelm the eye and cause readability issues. Instead, utilize it as a vibrant accent color for specific UI elements like call-to-action buttons or highlights.
What colors pair well with #fc6955?
This hue pairs best with deep, neutral tones to ground its intensity and provide visual balance. Using charcoal or dark grays creates a modern, high-contrast look that keeps the design feeling functional rather than chaotic.
Is #fc6955 readable on white or black?
#fc6955 has a 2.88:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.29:1 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.