#FFC6AE Hex Color
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This desaturated, pastel orange carries a mellow, warm character that feels approachable rather than energetic. Because it is light and soft, #ffc6ae works well as a background for clean, modern interfaces or as a base color in youth-oriented branding. It pairs nicely with deep charcoal text, which offers excellent readability. Avoid using it alongside bright whites, as the subtle hue can look washed out.
Questions about #ffc6ae
What is #ffc6ae in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffc6ae is rgb(255, 198, 174), in HSL hsl(18, 100%, 84%) and in CMYK 0%, 22%, 32%, 0%.
What colors pair best with #ffc6ae?
#ffc6ae works best when anchored by deep, dark tones to create necessary contrast. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal or dark navy for text, as these neutrals prevent the soft orange from appearing washed out or indistinct.
Is #ffc6ae readable on white or black?
#ffc6ae has a 1.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.94:1 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.