Color swatch image showing #FBAB6D with RGB(251,171,109) values
Color swatch image showing #FBAB6D with RGB(251,171,109) values

#FBAB6D Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #FBAB6D including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#FBAB6D Color Information

#FBAB6D RGB value is (251, 171, 109). The hex color red value is 251, green is 171, and blue is 109. 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, 57 percent, 2 percent.

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#FBAB6D Color Meaning

Color #FBAB6D radiates warmth, enthusiasm, and uplifting energy. #FBAB6D soft orange hue balances the vibrancy of bright orange with a lighter, approachable tone. Psychologically, color #FBAB6D encourages optimism, creativity, and friendly interaction, making #FBAB6D ideal for energizing environments without overstimulation. Culturally, color #FBAB6D evokes the playful, sunny aspects of life in Western symbolism, while in Eastern contexts #FBAB6D represents vitality, joy, and the nourishing aspects of life. Fengshui considers #FBAB6D shade a supportive choice for spaces meant to boost social interaction or playful creativity. Spiritually, color #FBAB6D aligns with the Sacral chakra, promoting emotional balance, creativity, and motivation. As a light shade of orange, #FBAB6D stimulates mild energy and enthusiasm. Designers often use #FBAB6D in marketing materials, interiors, or art compositions that aim to feel inviting, vibrant, and uplifting.

Color Conversion

Convert #FBAB6D 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
#FBAB6D
RGB
rgb(251, 171, 109)
HSL
hsl(26°, 95%, 71%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 32%, 57%, 2%)
HSV
hsv(26°, 57%, 98%)
XYZ
57.1069 50.7392 21.2518
Yxy
50.7392 0.4424 0.3930
Hunter Lab
71.2315 5.8813 7.1375
CIE-Lab
76.5207 23.1139 43.5051

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red251 / 255 (98%)
98%
Green171 / 255 (67%)
67%
Blue109 / 255 (43%)
43%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta32 / 100 (32%)
32%
Yellow57 / 100 (57%)
57%
Key (Black)2 / 100 (2%)

Color Variations

#FBAB6D 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

#FBAB6D 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 #FBAB6D 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.

#FFFFFF
#FBAB6D

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 #FBAB6D 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

#FBAB6D

protanopia

#d8d87c

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #FBAB6D;

Text Color

color: #FBAB6D;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #FBAB6D;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #FBAB6D40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #FBAB6D;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #FBAB6D 0%, #cc5b05 100%);

#FBAB6D Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #FBAB6D color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.