Color swatch image showing #FBAB72 with RGB(251,171,114) values
Color swatch image showing #FBAB72 with RGB(251,171,114) values

#FBAB72 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #FBAB72 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#FBAB72 Color Information

#FBAB72 RGB value is (251, 171, 114). The hex color red value is 251, green is 171, and blue is 114. Its HSL format shows a hue of 25°, saturation of 94 percent, and lightness of 72 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 32 percent, 55 percent, 2 percent.

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#FBAB72 Color Meaning

Color #FBAB72 radiates warmth, enthusiasm, and uplifting energy. #FBAB72 soft orange hue balances the vibrancy of bright orange with a lighter, approachable tone. Psychologically, color #FBAB72 encourages optimism, creativity, and friendly interaction, making #FBAB72 ideal for energizing environments without overstimulation. Culturally, color #FBAB72 evokes the playful, sunny aspects of life in Western symbolism, while in Eastern contexts #FBAB72 represents vitality, joy, and the nourishing aspects of life. Fengshui considers #FBAB72 shade a supportive choice for spaces meant to boost social interaction or playful creativity. Spiritually, color #FBAB72 aligns with the Sacral chakra, promoting emotional balance, creativity, and motivation. As a light shade of orange, #FBAB72 stimulates mild energy and enthusiasm. Designers often use #FBAB72 in marketing materials, interiors, or art compositions that aim to feel inviting, vibrant, and uplifting.

Color Conversion

Convert #FBAB72 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
#FBAB72
RGB
rgb(251, 171, 114)
HSL
hsl(25°, 94%, 72%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 32%, 55%, 2%)
HSV
hsv(25°, 55%, 98%)
XYZ
57.3838 50.8500 22.7102
Yxy
50.8500 0.4382 0.3883
Hunter Lab
71.3092 6.0014 6.8641
CIE-Lab
76.5880 23.5048 41.0258

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red251 / 255 (98%)
98%
Green171 / 255 (67%)
67%
Blue114 / 255 (45%)
45%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta32 / 100 (32%)
32%
Yellow55 / 100 (55%)
55%
Key (Black)2 / 100 (2%)

Color Variations

#FBAB72 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

#FBAB72 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 #FBAB72 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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#FBAB72

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 #FBAB72 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

#FBAB72

protanopia

#d8d880

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #FBAB72;

Text Color

color: #FBAB72;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #FBAB72;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #FBAB7240;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #FBAB72;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #FBAB72 0%, #ce5906 100%);

#FBAB72 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #FBAB72 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.