Coral

Q: How do I use #FC9869 in CSS?

You can use #FC9869 in CSS with: background-color: #FC9869; or color: #FC9869; or as an RGB value: rgb(252, 152, 105). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 40%, 58%, 1%.

#FC9869

Coral is a warm light color with the hex code #FC9869. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 252, 152, 105 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 40%, 58%, 1% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Coral Color Values

HEX: #FC9869
RGB: 252, 152, 105
HSL: 19°, 96%, 70%
CMYK: 0, 40, 58, 1

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Coral sits at 19° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 96% saturation and 70% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

In digital design, warm colors like Coral work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Coral in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 40%, 58%, 1% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Coral

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #FC9869;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 252, 152, 105;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#FC9869',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 40%
Y: 58%
K: 1%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(252, 152, 105)
rgba(252, 152, 105, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

14 brand s with colors near 19° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #FC9869?

#FC9869 is Coral, a warm light color with RGB values of 252, 152, 105. It has a hue of 19°, 96% saturation, and 70% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #FC9869?

The RGB color code for #FC9869 is rgb(252, 152, 105). This means it contains 252 red, 152 green, and 105 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Coral a warm or cool color?

Coral (#FC9869) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #FC9869 in CSS?

You can use #FC9869 in CSS with: background-color: #FC9869; or color: #FC9869; or as an RGB value: rgb(252, 152, 105). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 40%, 58%, 1%.