#FFB6A0 Hex Color
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This unsaturated pastel red offers a gentle, mellow warmth that avoids being overwhelming. The hex code #ffb6a0 works best as a soft background or a supporting accent in spring-themed designs. Because it maintains high contrast against black text, it is useful for accessible UI elements. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate gray to ground its sweetness and prevent it from appearing washed out.
Questions about #ffb6a0
What is #ffb6a0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffb6a0 is rgb(255, 182, 160), in HSL hsl(14, 100%, 81%) and in CMYK 0%, 29%, 37%, 0%.
How should I use #ffb6a0 in interface design?
#ffb6a0 is an excellent choice for backgrounds or soft accents because it maintains high contrast against dark text. It provides a warm, approachable feeling without overwhelming the user or dominating the interface layout.
What colors pair well with #ffb6a0?
To ground this pastel red, pair it with deep neutrals like charcoal or slate gray to prevent the design from appearing washed out. You can also use it alongside muted greens for a balanced, nature-inspired palette.
Is #ffb6a0 readable on white or black?
#ffb6a0 has a 1.68:1 contrast ratio on white and 12.45:1 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.