#FC747C Hex Color
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#fc747c is a high-energy, saturated red with strong coral undertones. It demands attention, making it the perfect choice for buttons, alerts, or small UI accents where urgency is required. Because this shade is so loud, use it sparingly as a 10% accent rather than a background. If you need other shades of pink for a softer palette, this bold tone pairs well with deep, muted charcoals.
Questions about #fc747c
What is #fc747c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fc747c is rgb(252, 116, 124), in HSL hsl(356, 96%, 72%) and in CMYK 0%, 54%, 51%, 1%.
How should #fc747c be balanced in a design?
#fc747c is a high-intensity shade that should be used sparingly as a ten percent accent rather than a background. Pair it with deep, grounded neutrals like charcoal to prevent the color from overwhelming your overall layout.
Where does #fc747c work best in a user interface?
This color excels in functional UI elements that require urgency, such as primary action buttons, notification badges, or error alerts. Its vivid coral undertones naturally draw the eye, making it effective for calls to action that need to stand out immediately.
Is #fc747c readable on white or black?
#fc747c has a 2.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.92:1 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.