#FFB5C2 Hex Color

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#ffb5c2 is a light, warm pink that feels energetic yet mellow. Because this pastel shade is bright, it provides superior contrast for black text, which reads clearly at 12.6:1. Designers often use it as a 10% accent color, where it pops against charcoal grays or deep navies. The hex code for this fresh, youthful tone is #ffb5c2.

Questions about #ffb5c2

What is #ffb5c2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffb5c2 is rgb(255, 181, 194), in HSL hsl(349, 100%, 85%) and in CMYK 0%, 29%, 24%, 0%.
What colors pair best with #ffb5c2?
#ffb5c2 works effectively as a 10% accent color against deep, neutral backgrounds like charcoal or navy. These dark, muted tones allow the warmth of the pink to stand out without overpowering the overall composition of your design.
Is #ffb5c2 readable on white or black?
#ffb5c2 has a 1.66:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.64:1 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.