#FFB9D5 Hex Color
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#ffb9d5 is a soft, warm pastel pink that feels youthful and fresh. Its high lightness makes it ideal as a background for cosmetic or fashion projects. Pair this hue with deep charcoal text to ensure readability, as black text provides a strong 13.2:1 contrast ratio against it. The hex code for this delicate shade is #ffb9d5.
Questions about #ffb9d5
What is #ffb9d5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffb9d5 is rgb(255, 185, 213), in HSL hsl(336, 100%, 86%) and in CMYK 0%, 27%, 16%, 0%.
How can I use #ffb9d5 effectively in my designs?
Use #ffb9d5 as a soft, secondary accent or background to keep designs looking youthful and light. It pairs exceptionally well with deep charcoal text or dark gray accents, which provide the necessary contrast for readability while maintaining a sophisticated, modern aesthetic.
Is #ffb9d5 readable on white or black?
#ffb9d5 has a 1.59:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.15:1 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.