#FFA8AC

#FFA8AC

Color Values

HEX

#FFA8AC

RGB

255, 168, 172

HSL

357.2, 100.0%, 82.9%

HSV

357.2, 34.1%, 100.0%

CMYK

0.0%, 34.1%, 32.5%, 0.0%

OKLCH

0.8179 0.103 16.6

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: #FFA8AC;
color: #FFA8AC;
border-color: #FFA8AC;
Nearest Tailwind: Red 300 #FCA5A5

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

1.83:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

Text on black

11.45:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #FFA8AC?

RGB(255, 168, 172) · HSL(357.2, 100.0%, 82.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 34.1%, 32.5%, 0.0%)

Does #FFA8AC meet WCAG contrast on white?

1.83:1 — WCAG AA Fail, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #FFA8AC?

Use 000000 text on a #FFA8AC background; contrast on black is 11.45:1.