#FF3299 Hex Color

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Reach for #ff3299 when a call to action, cosmetic label, or fashion accent needs to shout. This saturated pink runs warm from its red undertones and works best as a bold accent rather than a full background. Black text passes WCAG AA on it at about 6.2:1 contrast, even at small sizes. The hex code #ff3299 sits close to fuchsia; for a related hue, see what colors make purple.

Questions about #ff3299

What is #ff3299 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ff3299 is rgb(255, 50, 153), in HSL hsl(330, 100%, 60%) and in CMYK 0%, 80%, 40%, 0%.
What colors pair well with #ff3299?
Deep teal, dark navy, and charcoal ground its brightness, while cream gives it a softer retro feel. Avoid placing it next to pure red, where the warm undertones compete.
Is #ff3299 readable on white or black?
#ff3299 has a 3.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.16:1 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.