Apricot

#FDD9B5

Crayola color

Apricot (#FDD9B5) is a pale, peachy-orange inspired by the skin of ripe apricot fruit. This Crayola crayon color is distinctly feminine and gentle, making it a staple for baby shower palettes, soft editorial design, and spring fashion. It carries associations of warmth, sweetness, and a sun-kissed glow.

Color Values

HEX

#FDD9B5

RGB

253, 217, 181

HSL

30.0, 94.7%, 85.1%

HSV

30.0, 28.5%, 99.2%

CMYK

0.0%, 14.2%, 28.5%, 0.8%

OKLCH

0.9067 0.0621 66.9

Properties

Color Psychology

Light oranges like peach and apricot radiate friendliness, comfort, and gentle optimism. They are psychologically soothing and feel approachable without being overly stimulating. These tones often appear in hospitality and food branding to suggest warmth and welcome.

Design Usage

Soft oranges make excellent card backgrounds and notification banners that need attention without alarm. They are popular in onboarding flows and empty-state illustrations to create a welcoming atmosphere. Pair them with slate gray text and white surfaces for a clean, modern look.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #FDD9B5;
color: #FDD9B5;
border-color: #FDD9B5;
Nearest Tailwind: Orange 200 #FED7AA

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.33:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

15.77:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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