#FFC9EC Hex Color
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#ffc9ec is an airy, desaturated magenta with a soft, chalky quality. It works best as a supporting accent rather than a dominant base, preventing it from overwhelming smaller interface elements. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate greys to create a grounded, modern contrast. The hex code #ffc9ec offers high readability for black text, making it a reliable choice for delicate UI designs and branding.
Questions about #ffc9ec
What is #ffc9ec in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffc9ec is rgb(255, 201, 236), in HSL hsl(321, 100%, 89%) and in CMYK 0%, 21%, 7%, 0%.
How should I use #ffc9ec in a user interface?
Use #ffc9ec as a supporting accent rather than a primary background color to maintain visual balance. It pairs effectively with deep charcoal or dark slate text, ensuring high readability while keeping the design aesthetic light and modern for web interfaces.
Is #ffc9ec readable on white or black?
#ffc9ec has a 1.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 14.81:1 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.