#FFA0B0 Hex Color
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#ffa0b0 is a sparkling, light-saturated pink that leans into a fresh, pastel aesthetic. It brings high-energy warmth to digital projects without overwhelming the eye. Because of its excellent contrast ratio, black text remains highly legible against this hue, making it a reliable choice for UI backgrounds. Pair this hex code with dark charcoal or deep navy to ground its playful, youthful character.
Questions about #ffa0b0
What is #ffa0b0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffa0b0 is rgb(255, 160, 176), in HSL hsl(350, 100%, 81%) and in CMYK 0%, 37%, 31%, 0%.
What colors pair best with the pastel pink #ffa0b0?
Is #ffa0b0 suitable for UI background design?
#ffa0b0 works very well for UI backgrounds because it maintains high contrast when paired with black or dark gray typography. Its light-saturated nature brings immediate visual interest to a page while remaining legible and comfortable for users to read.
Is #ffa0b0 readable on white or black?
#ffa0b0 has a 1.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.90:1 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.