#FCB693 Hex Color
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#fcb693 is a pale, unsaturated orange with a mellow, peach-like warmth. Because of its high lightness, it pairs well with deep charcoal or navy text to ensure high readability. Use this hex code as a cheerful accent in spring-themed designs or for softer UI elements. Avoid using it as a large background against white, as it can appear washed out and lose its personality.
Questions about #fcb693
What is #fcb693 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fcb693 is rgb(252, 182, 147), in HSL hsl(20, 95%, 78%) and in CMYK 0%, 28%, 42%, 1%.
Why does #fcb693 look washed out on white backgrounds?
Because #fcb693 has such high lightness, it lacks the pigment density to hold its own against bright white, causing it to lose definition. You should instead use it as a smaller accent color or pair it with charcoal to maintain visual hierarchy.
What colors balance the warmth of #fcb693?
Is #fcb693 readable on white or black?
#fcb693 has a 1.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.25:1 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.