#FCCC89 Hex Color
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This unsaturated, pastel orange offers a mellow warmth without the aggression of fully saturated hues. Because it sits on the lighter side of the spectrum, #fccc89 works best as a supporting background tone rather than a dominant primary. It pairs well with charcoal greys for modern contrast. Black text remains highly legible against this hex code, ensuring it meets accessibility standards for body content.
Questions about #fccc89
What is #fccc89 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fccc89 is rgb(252, 204, 137), in HSL hsl(35, 95%, 76%) and in CMYK 0%, 19%, 46%, 1%.
What colors pair best with #fccc89?
Use #fccc89 alongside charcoal or deep espresso tones to create a balanced, modern contrast. This soft orange also functions well when layered with cream or muted terracotta hues, which anchor its lightness without clashing against its gentle, sunny energy.
Is #fccc89 readable on white or black?
#fccc89 has a 1.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.13:1 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.