#FC6C85 Hex Color
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Ultra Red is a saturated, neon-leaning shade that demands immediate attention. Because of its intensity, use the hex code #fc6c85 sparingly as an accent rather than a full page background. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal grays for a modern, high-contrast look. Since black text provides excellent readability over this hue, it works effectively for buttons or call-to-action elements where visibility matters most.
Questions about Ultra Red
What is the hex code for Ultra Red?
Ultra Red is #fc6c85. In RGB that is rgb(252, 108, 133), in HSL hsl(350, 96%, 71%) and in CMYK 0%, 57%, 47%, 1%.
What colors pair well with Ultra Red #fc6c85?
Ultra Red pairs exceptionally well with charcoal or deep, neutral grays to ground its intensity. Because it leans neon, these darker, muted tones balance the vibrancy effectively, making it suitable for modern, high-contrast interfaces without appearing overwhelming.
How should I use Ultra Red #fc6c85 in UI design?
Use Ultra Red sparingly as an accent for call-to-action elements like buttons or notification badges. Its extreme saturation demands immediate user attention, so it should not be applied to large backgrounds where it could cause visual fatigue.
Is Ultra Red readable on white or black?
Ultra Red has a 2.75:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.62:1 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.