#FFC2B2 Hex Color
Gentle salmon hue with warm undertones
This pale, unsaturated salmon hue brings a gentle warmth to any palette. Because it is so light, #ffc2b2 works best as a supporting tone or a secondary accent rather than a dominant base. It pairs effectively with deep charcoal or slate gray text to maintain excellent readability. This hex code is a practical choice for interfaces requiring a soft, approachable, or human touch.
Questions about #ffc2b2
What is #ffc2b2 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffc2b2 is rgb(255, 194, 178), in HSL hsl(12, 100%, 85%) and in CMYK 0%, 24%, 30%, 0%.
Is #ffc2b2 considered a warm or cool color?
#ffc2b2 is distinctly a warm color due to its primary salmon and peach undertones. It evokes a human, organic feeling, making it an excellent choice for wellness branding or lifestyle interfaces that need a friendly, non-clinical aesthetic.
Is #ffc2b2 readable on white or black?
#ffc2b2 has a 1.54:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.61:1 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.