#FFB480 Hex Color
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This glowing pastel orange brings an approachable warmth to any interface. It serves as an excellent background where black text offers sharp, readable contrast against its light surface. Because of its high lightness, avoid pairing #ffb480 with pale tones that might wash it out. Try anchoring it with deep navy or charcoal for a balanced look. The hex code for this color is #ffb480.
Questions about #ffb480
What is #ffb480 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffb480 is rgb(255, 180, 128), in HSL hsl(25, 100%, 75%) and in CMYK 0%, 29%, 50%, 0%.
What colors pair well with #ffb480 in a design scheme?
#ffb480 works best when anchored by deep, neutral tones to ground its inherent lightness. Pair it with charcoal or dark navy for sharp contrast that remains easy on the eyes while keeping the interface feeling balanced and professional.
Is #ffb480 suitable for text-heavy interface backgrounds?
This shade serves as a versatile, approachable background, provided you prioritize readability with high-contrast foregrounds. Because #ffb480 has high lightness, it is safest to use it with dark text or icons to ensure the content remains fully accessible.
Is #ffb480 readable on white or black?
#ffb480 has a 1.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.09:1 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.