Is Salmon (#FA8072) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #FA8072 achieves a contrast ratio of 2.50:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 7.14:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Salmon?

The exact complementary color for #FA8072 is #70ECFA. For analogous pairings, use #FA70A7 and #FAC370. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Salmon

Salmon (#FA8072)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Salmon (#FA8072)?

Salmon has the HEX code #FA8072. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 250, 128, 114. In HSL, it is 6°, 93%, 71%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:49% Y:54% K:2%.

Luminance: 37% · Nearest standard name: Salmon

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SALMON

#FA8072

rgb(250, 128, 114) · hsl(6°, 93%, 71%)

HEX#FA8072

RGB250, 128, 114

HSL6°, 93%, 71%

HSV / HSB6°, 54%, 98%

CMYK (Print)0%, 49%, 54%, 2%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#FA8072#70ECFA

Analogous

#FA70A7#FA8072#FAC370

Triadic

#FA8072#70FA7E#7E70FA

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)2.50:1

Sample text rendered with #FA8072 on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

Against Dark (#0F172A)7.14:1

Sample text rendered with #FA8072 on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Salmon (#FA8072)

Salmon (#FA8072) is a distinct shade within the Rose & Red chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 37% and a warm color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#FA8072

RGB Space250, 128, 114

HSL Values6°, 93%, 71%

HSV / HSB6°, 54%, 98%

CMYK Ink0%, 49%, 54%, 2%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Salmon

Geometric intervals calculated from #FA8072 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#70ECFA

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Salmon with its polar opposite (#70ECFA) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#FA70A7 · #FAC370

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Salmon for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#70FAC3 · #70A7FA

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Salmon, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#70FA7E · #7E70FA

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#A7FA70 · #70ECFA · #C370FA

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

Interactive Exploration

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Lock #FA8072 inside our interactive generator to calculate live matching palettes in real time.

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Salmon

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 93% and lightness of 71%, Salmon (#FA8072) acts as an attention-grabbing focal point. In user interfaces, reserve it for primary CTA buttons, active state indicators, and notification badges to draw user clicks immediately.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges

Dark Mode AdaptationDesaturate slightly for ambient glow

Tonal Expansion ScaleView 10-step design token ramp →

Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Radiates high energy, urgency, passionate emotion, and dramatic visual power. Commands immediate human attention.

Optimal Industry Verticals

E-Commerce Flash Sales, Fitness Apparel, Gaming HUDs, Food & Beverage. Combining Salmon with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Salmon

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-fa8072: #FA8072;
  --color-fa8072-rgb: 250, 128, 114;
  --color-fa8072-hsl: 6deg 93% 71%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'fa8072': '#FA8072',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Salmon (#FA8072)

Authoritative answers covering Salmon color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Salmon (#FA8072)?

Salmon is defined by the HEX code #FA8072. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:250, G:128, B:114. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:6°, Saturation:93%, Lightness:71%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 6°, 54%, 98%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:49%, Y:54%, K:2%.

Does Salmon (#FA8072) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Salmon achieves a contrast ratio of 2.50:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Failing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 7.14:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Salmon (#FA8072)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #FA8072 is #70ECFA. When placed side-by-side, #FA8072 and #70ECFA create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Salmon in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Salmon into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Salmon in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #FA8072; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Salmon using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Salmon (#FA8072) belong to?

Salmon belongs to the Rose & Red family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Rose & Red Color Guide.