#FD5196 Hex Color
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The hex code #fd5196 defines a loud, saturated pink that demands immediate attention. Treat it as a 10% accent rather than a base color to avoid overwhelming your composition. It pairs effectively with deep charcoals to create visual tension. Black text reads clearly against this shade, offering a 6.8:1 contrast ratio. Browse other shades of pink to see how this fits into broader palettes.
Questions about #fd5196
What is #fd5196 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #fd5196 is rgb(253, 81, 150), in HSL hsl(336, 98%, 65%) and in CMYK 0%, 68%, 41%, 1%.
How should I use #fd5196 in my interface design?
Use #fd5196 sparingly as a 10% accent color to maintain visual balance without overwhelming the user interface. It works exceptionally well when paired with deep charcoal or near-black backgrounds, which help ground its intense energy while maintaining clear readability.
Is #fd5196 readable on white or black?
#fd5196 has a 3.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.79:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.