#FFADA0 Hex Color
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This light, warm coral sits between pastel softness and energetic heat. Because #ffada0 is highly saturated but very bright, it works best as a primary UI background or a distinct call-to-action button. Pair it with deep charcoal text to take advantage of its excellent readability, as black text provides a high 11.7:1 contrast ratio that ensures crisp, accessible results for all users.
Questions about #ffada0
What is #ffada0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffada0 is rgb(255, 173, 160), in HSL hsl(8, 100%, 81%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 37%, 0%.
What design aesthetic does #ffada0 convey?
#ffada0 sits uniquely between pastel softness and intense heat, conveying a mood of friendly energy. It is far less aggressive than a true red but retains enough saturation to function effectively as a distinct call-to-action button or a highlight color.
Is #ffada0 readable on white or black?
#ffada0 has a 1.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.73:1 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.