#FF9480 Hex Color
Energetic coral hue with warm undertones
This bright, coral-leaning shade feels energetic and warm without the harsh intensity of pure red. Because it carries a significant amount of white, #ff9480 is best used as a spirited accent rather than a primary background color. It pairs surprisingly well with deep charcoal grays or navy blue, which ground its playful nature. Black text is highly readable against this hue for sharp, punchy UI elements.
Questions about #ff9480
What is #ff9480 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ff9480 is rgb(255, 148, 128), in HSL hsl(9, 100%, 75%) and in CMYK 0%, 42%, 50%, 0%.
How should I use #ff9480 in my interface design?
Use #ff9480 sparingly as an accent color for buttons or call-to-action elements, rather than a background shade. Because it contains significant white, it maintains excellent readability when paired with charcoal or dark navy text for a balanced, modern look.
Does #ff9480 work well with dark or light backgrounds?
This hue shines brightest against neutral backgrounds, specifically dark grays or navy tones that ground its playful intensity. Avoid using it on pure white or extremely light backgrounds, as the lack of contrast can make the color feel washed out.
Is #ff9480 readable on white or black?
#ff9480 has a 2.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.79:1 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.