#FFE6FC Hex Color

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This pale magenta sits on the edge of white, offering a luminous and tender quality. Because of its high lightness, it works well with dark charcoal or black text, which maintains an accessible 18.0:1 contrast ratio. Designers often use it as a delicate background for cosmetic branding or romantic floral layouts. Avoid pairing it with lighter pastels to prevent a washed-out appearance. The hex code is #ffe6fc.

Questions about #ffe6fc

What is #ffe6fc in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ffe6fc is rgb(255, 230, 252), in HSL hsl(307, 100%, 95%) and in CMYK 0%, 10%, 1%, 0%.
Does #ffe6fc work for text on white backgrounds?
This color is far too light to be used for readable text against a standard white background, as it fails all WCAG accessibility guidelines. You should strictly reserve #ffe6fc for backgrounds, borders, or large graphical elements that do not require high legibility.
What colors pair well with #ffe6fc?
To ground the airy nature of #ffe6fc, pair it with a deep charcoal or near-black, which creates a high-contrast, elegant look. For a softer, more romantic palette, combine this tint with deep mauve or muted berry tones to maintain visual depth without overpowering the delicate lightness.
Is #ffe6fc readable on white or black?
#ffe6fc has a 1.16:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.97:1 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.