Is Moccasin (#FFE4B5) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #FFE4B5 achieves a contrast ratio of 1.23:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 14.47:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Moccasin?

The exact complementary color for #FFE4B5 is #B3CFFF. For analogous pairings, use #FFBDB3 and #F5FFB3. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Moccasin

Moccasin (#FFE4B5)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Moccasin (#FFE4B5)?

Moccasin has the HEX code #FFE4B5. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 255, 228, 181. In HSL, it is 38°, 100%, 85%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:11% Y:29% K:0%.

Luminance: 80% · Nearest standard name: Moccasin

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MOCCASIN

#FFE4B5

rgb(255, 228, 181) · hsl(38°, 100%, 85%)

HEX#FFE4B5

RGB255, 228, 181

HSL38°, 100%, 85%

HSV / HSB38°, 29%, 100%

CMYK (Print)0%, 11%, 29%, 0%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#FFE4B5#B3CFFF

Analogous

#FFBDB3#FFE4B5#F5FFB3

Triadic

#FFE4B5#B3FFE3#E3B3FF

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)1.23:1

Sample text rendered with #FFE4B5 on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

Against Dark (#0F172A)14.47:1

Sample text rendered with #FFE4B5 on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Moccasin (#FFE4B5)

Moccasin (#FFE4B5) is a distinct shade within the Coral & Orange chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 80% 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#FFE4B5

RGB Space255, 228, 181

HSL Values38°, 100%, 85%

HSV / HSB38°, 29%, 100%

CMYK Ink0%, 11%, 29%, 0%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Moccasin

Geometric intervals calculated from #FFE4B5 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#B3CFFF

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Moccasin with its polar opposite (#B3CFFF) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#FFBDB3 · #F5FFB3

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#B3F5FF · #BDB3FF

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#B3FFE3 · #E3B3FF

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#B3FFBD · #B3CFFF · #FFB3F5

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

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

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Moccasin

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 100% and lightness of 85%, Moccasin (#FFE4B5) 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 SurfaceOptimal canvas surface

Dark Mode AdaptationDesaturate slightly for ambient glow

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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Embodies tactile warmth, artisan craftsmanship, grounded optimism, and hospitality. Creates an inviting, friendly atmosphere.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Hospitality Resorts, Artisan Food & Dining, Interior Decor, Education. Combining Moccasin with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Moccasin

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-ffe4b5: #FFE4B5;
  --color-ffe4b5-rgb: 255, 228, 181;
  --color-ffe4b5-hsl: 38deg 100% 85%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'ffe4b5': '#FFE4B5',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Moccasin (#FFE4B5)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Moccasin (#FFE4B5)?

Moccasin is defined by the HEX code #FFE4B5. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:255, G:228, B:181. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:38°, Saturation:100%, Lightness:85%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 38°, 29%, 100%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:11%, Y:29%, K:0%.

Does Moccasin (#FFE4B5) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Moccasin achieves a contrast ratio of 1.23:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Failing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 14.47:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Moccasin (#FFE4B5)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #FFE4B5 is #B3CFFF. When placed side-by-side, #FFE4B5 and #B3CFFF create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

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

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

You can define Moccasin in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #FFE4B5; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Moccasin using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Moccasin (#FFE4B5) belong to?

Moccasin belongs to the Coral & Orange family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Coral & Orange Color Guide.