#F9CBC5

#F9CBC5

Overview

#F9CBC5 is a warm, light color. In RGB it is 249, 203, 197, in HSL 6.9°, 81.2%, 87.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 18.5%, 20.9%, 2.4%. The nearest named color is NCS S 0520-R Light Pink.

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Color Values

HEX

#F9CBC5

RGB

249, 203, 197

HSL

6.9, 81.2%, 87.5%

HSV

6.9, 20.9%, 97.6%

CMYK

0.0%, 18.5%, 20.9%, 2.4%

OKLCH

0.8804 0.0531 26.9

Properties

Color Psychology

Light pinks represent unconditional love, compassion, and nurturing energy. Known as the most calming color, Baker-Miller pink was famously used in prison cells to reduce aggression. Soft pink tones lower muscle tension and anxiety, creating an atmosphere of gentle reassurance.

Design Usage

Soft pink is widely used in beauty, wellness, and direct-to-consumer brands targeting younger demographics. It creates inviting landing pages and product cards that feel approachable and modern. Combine it with deep charcoal text and white space for a minimal, contemporary aesthetic.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #F9CBC5;
color: #F9CBC5;
border-color: #F9CBC5;
Nearest Tailwind: Red 200 #FECACA

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.46:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

14.38:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #F9CBC5?

RGB(249, 203, 197) · HSL(6.9, 81.2%, 87.5%) · CMYK(0.0%, 18.5%, 20.9%, 2.4%)

Does #F9CBC5 meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.46:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #F9CBC5?

Use 000000 text on a #F9CBC5 background; contrast on black is 14.38:1.