#FCE6D6 Hex Color

A luminous soft orange with muted undertones

Hex color #fce6d6 graphic
#fce6d6 is a luminous, muted orange with distinct grey undertones. It functions best as a supporting base color, providing a soft warmth without the harsh intensity of saturated hues. Pair this shade with charcoal or deep navy for a grounded contrast. Because black text remains highly legible against this light background, the hex code #fce6d6 works effectively for UI layouts or minimalist branding.

Questions about #fce6d6

What is #fce6d6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fce6d6 is rgb(252, 230, 214), in HSL hsl(25, 86%, 91%) and in CMYK 0%, 9%, 15%, 1%.
Does #fce6d6 read as a warm or cool color?
While #fce6d6 contains grey undertones that help ground it, it ultimately reads as a soft, warm neutral. Because of its low saturation, it provides a gentle, welcoming feel that avoids the sharp intensity of standard oranges.
What colors pair best with #fce6d6 in a design?
This light base works exceptionally well when paired with high-contrast, dark colors to maintain readability. Try using deep charcoal or classic navy for text or accent elements to ground the airy feel of #fce6d6.
Is #fce6d6 readable on white or black?
#fce6d6 has a 1.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.42:1 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.