#FFB0E2 Hex Color
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Cosmetics packaging and spring-themed layouts are natural fits for this pastel magenta. The hex code #ffb0e2 sits high in lightness with moderate saturation, so it reads soft and sweet instead of loud. Black text on it reaches about 12.6:1 contrast, well past WCAG AA. Use it as a background or supporting tone, and pair it with deep teal or plum for balance.
Questions about #ffb0e2
What is #ffb0e2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffb0e2 is rgb(255, 176, 226), in HSL hsl(322, 100%, 85%) and in CMYK 0%, 31%, 11%, 0%.
What colors pair well with #ffb0e2?
Deep plum and teal both ground #ffb0e2 without stealing its softness. If you want a neutral instead, charcoal works better than pure black, keeping the palette gentle while still readable.
Is #ffb0e2 safe to use behind text?
Yes, as long as the text is dark. Black on #ffb0e2 hits about 12.6:1 contrast, clearing WCAG AA for small body text, while white text fails badly and should be avoided.
Is #ffb0e2 readable on white or black?
#ffb0e2 has a 1.67:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.56:1 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.