#FC778B Hex Color

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#fc778b is a high-energy, saturated pinkish-red that demands attention. Because it is so loud, use it sparingly as an accent color or call-to-action button rather than a background. It pairs well with charcoal gray or dark navy for a balanced look. With an 8.2:1 contrast ratio against black text, it offers excellent legibility. You can find similar pink shades if this tone is too aggressive for your needs.

Questions about #fc778b

What is #fc778b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fc778b is rgb(252, 119, 139), in HSL hsl(351, 96%, 73%) and in CMYK 0%, 53%, 45%, 1%. Browse more shades of pink with names and hex codes.
How should I use #fc778b in a design layout?
Because #fc778b is an incredibly high-energy color, it functions best as a focused accent or a call-to-action button. Avoid using it as a large background color, as its intensity can quickly overwhelm users and cause visual fatigue.
What colors pair well with #fc778b?
To balance the loudness of #fc778b, pair it with neutral, grounded tones like charcoal or dark navy. These deeper shades provide a stable contrast that lets the brightness of the pinkish-red stand out without clashing.
Is #fc778b readable on white or black?
#fc778b has a 2.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.15:1 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.