Color swatch image showing #FBAB6F with RGB(251,171,111) values
Color swatch image showing #FBAB6F with RGB(251,171,111) values

#FBAB6F Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #FBAB6F including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#FBAB6F Color Information

#FBAB6F RGB value is (251, 171, 111). The hex color red value is 251, green is 171, and blue is 111. Its HSL format shows a hue of 26°, saturation of 95 percent, and lightness of 71 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 32 percent, 56 percent, 2 percent.

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#FBAB6F Color Meaning

Color #FBAB6F radiates warmth, enthusiasm, and uplifting energy. #FBAB6F soft orange hue balances the vibrancy of bright orange with a lighter, approachable tone. Psychologically, color #FBAB6F encourages optimism, creativity, and friendly interaction, making #FBAB6F ideal for energizing environments without overstimulation. Culturally, color #FBAB6F evokes the playful, sunny aspects of life in Western symbolism, while in Eastern contexts #FBAB6F represents vitality, joy, and the nourishing aspects of life. Fengshui considers #FBAB6F shade a supportive choice for spaces meant to boost social interaction or playful creativity. Spiritually, color #FBAB6F aligns with the Sacral chakra, promoting emotional balance, creativity, and motivation. As a light shade of orange, #FBAB6F stimulates mild energy and enthusiasm. Designers often use #FBAB6F in marketing materials, interiors, or art compositions that aim to feel inviting, vibrant, and uplifting.

Color Conversion

Convert #FBAB6F across different color models and formats. These conversions help designers work seamlessly between digital and print media, ensuring this color maintains its intended appearance across RGB screens, CMYK printers, and HSL color manipulations.

HEX
#FBAB6F
RGB
rgb(251, 171, 111)
HSL
hsl(26°, 95%, 71%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 32%, 56%, 2%)
HSV
hsv(26°, 56%, 98%)
XYZ
57.2158 50.7827 21.8254
Yxy
50.7827 0.4407 0.3912
Hunter Lab
71.2620 5.9285 7.0300
CIE-Lab
76.5472 23.2678 42.5162

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red251 / 255 (98%)
98%
Green171 / 255 (67%)
67%
Blue111 / 255 (44%)
44%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta32 / 100 (32%)
32%
Yellow56 / 100 (56%)
56%
Key (Black)2 / 100 (2%)

Color Variations

#FBAB6F harmonies come to life through carefully balanced shades, tints, and tones, giving this color depth and flexibility across light and dark variations. Shades add richness, tints bring an airy softness, and tones soften intensity, making it easy to pair in clean, modern palettes.

Color Harmonies

#FBAB6F harmonies create beautiful relationships with other colors based on their position on the color wheel. Each harmony type offers unique design possibilities, enabling cohesive and visually appealing color schemes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker

(WCAG 2.1) Test #FBAB6F for accessibility compliance against white and black backgrounds. Proper contrast ensures this color remains readable and usable for all audiences, meeting WCAG 2.1 standards for both normal and large text applications.

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#FBAB6F

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

1.88:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

1.88:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

1.88:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #FBAB6F appears to people with different types of color vision deficiencies. These simulations help create more inclusive designs that consider how this color is perceived across various visual abilities.

Normal Vision

#FBAB6F

protanopia

#d8d87e

Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #FBAB6F;

Text Color

color: #FBAB6F;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #FBAB6F;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #FBAB6F40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #FBAB6F;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #FBAB6F 0%, #cc5b05 100%);

#FBAB6F Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #FBAB6F color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.