#FCA484 Hex Color
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This pastel orange exudes a fresh, glowing warmth that feels youthful and optimistic. Because #fca484 has enough contrast for small text, it works well for UI elements that need readability without harshness. It serves as an excellent supporting tone in spring-themed designs. Pair this shade with dark charcoal grays to ground its lightness, as it can look washed out against pure white backgrounds.
Questions about #fca484
What is #fca484 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fca484 is rgb(252, 164, 132), in HSL hsl(16, 95%, 75%) and in CMYK 0%, 35%, 48%, 1%.
What colors pair best with #fca484?
This pastel orange pairs exceptionally well with dark charcoal or deep slate grays to ground its lightness. Because #fca484 can appear washed out against pure white, using a strong, dark neutral creates the necessary contrast for text and interface elements.
Is #fca484 readable on white or black?
#fca484 has a 1.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.78:1 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.