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Salmon (#fa8072) Color Meaning, Codes and Information

A complete guide to Salmon (#fa8072) covering color values, harmonies, shades, meaning, and practical uses across design, branding, and everyday visuals.

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Salmon (#fa8072) Color Information

Salmon (#FA8072) is defined as a vivid red. Technical specifications include RGB (250, 128, 114), HSL (6°, 93%, 71%), and CMYK (0%, 49%, 54%, 2%). Flanked by Strawberry Ice (#E5858E) and Wild Watermelon (#FC6C85), this shade provides a distinct alternative within its hue family. Compared to French Sky Blue (#77B5FE), #FA8072 appears softer, giving it a deeper and more authoritative appearance.

Harmonious matches include Rose Kiss (#F56FA1), Mellow Apricot (#F8B878), and Aquamarine (#7FFFD4), creating a balanced aesthetic, while colors like Mint Glow (#76FF7A), Medium Slate Blue (#7B68EE), or Electric Blue (#7DF9FF) may discord with it due to differing tones. Designers often use #FA8072 in branding, signage, and high-visibility designs where a specific visual weight is required.

Clear image showing Salmon color swatch with hex value #FA8072 and RGB value (250,128,114)
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Salmon (#fa8072) Color Meaning

Salmon (#FA8072) is a soft, pinkish-orange with warm undertones. It belongs to the warm coral family and conveys friendliness, tenderness, and subtle energy. Designers often use Salmon in interiors, fashion, and wellness branding to evoke warmth, approachability, and emotional comfort. Its gentle tone is both calming and lively. Historically, Salmon (#FA8072) is named after the flesh of the fish, prized for its delicate pink-orange hue. In art, textiles, and decorative design, salmon shades have been used to depict tenderness, natural warmth, and vitality. The color has spiritual associations with love, compassion, and renewal, often used in sacred spaces or nurturing environments. Salmon (#FA8072) symbolizes warmth, compassion, and vitality. Across cultures, pink-orange shades represent friendship, balance, and rejuvenation. Its visual effect is comforting and inviting, creating spaces and designs that feel emotionally uplifting. Interestingly, Salmon pairs beautifully with soft greens, creams, or muted blues, producing harmonious and approachable compositions.

Color Conversion

Accurate conversions of Salmon (#fa8072) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.

HEX
#fa8072
RGB
rgb(250, 128, 114)
HSL
hsl(6°, 93%, 71%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 49%, 54%, 2%)
HSV
hsv(6°, 54%, 98%)
XYZ
50.1808 36.9772 20.4121
Yxy
36.9772 0.4665 0.3437
Hunter Lab
60.8089 8.5000 3.5578
CIE-Lab
67.2600 45.2340 29.0867

RGB Values & CMYK Values

Detailed RGB and CMYK values of Salmon (#fa8072) displayed in a horizontal bar provide clear reference for digital and print color accuracy.

RGB Channels

Red250 / 255 (98%)
98%
Green128 / 255 (50%)
50%
Blue114 / 255 (45%)
45%

CMYK Ink Density

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta49 / 100 (49%)
49%
Yellow54 / 100 (54%)
54%
Key (Black)2 / 100 (2%)

Color Variations

A full range of Salmon (#fa8072) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.

Color Harmonies

Harmonious color schemes for Salmon (#fa8072) created using the color wheel ensure visually balanced palettes.

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 Complementary

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker (WCAG)

Luminance contrast ratios for Salmon (#fa8072) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.

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#fa8072

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

2.50:1
✗WCAG AA
✗WCAG AAA

Normal Text

2.50:1
✗WCAG AA
✗WCAG AAA

UI Components

2.50:1
✗WCAG AA
✗WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

Simulated views of Salmon (#fa8072) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.

Normal Vision

Salmon (#fa8072)

protanopia

#c5c475

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #fa8072;

Text Color

color: #fa8072;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #fa8072;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #fa807240;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #fa8072;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #fa8072 0%, #ca1b07 100%);

Seamless Patterns

High-resolution seamless patterns featuring Salmon (#fa8072) provide ready-to-use backgrounds, wallpapers, and print designs for any project.

Icons

A collection of popular icons in Salmon (#fa8072) offers ready-to-use visuals for interfaces, designs, and creative projects.

Real-World Applications

Real-world mockups of Salmon (#fa8072) showcase its versatility across fashion, interiors, branding, and product packaging.

Related Colors

Colors related to Salmon (#fa8072) in hue, saturation, and lightness provide harmonious and complementary options for cohesive color schemes.

#FE6F5E
Vibrant Coral
#FFE4E1
Soft Blush
#A91101
Inferno
#A45A52
Redwood
#1A1110
Coffee Bean
#E5CCC9
Dust Storm
#43302E
Old Burgundy
#592720
Espresso
#645452
Wenge

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Salmon (#fa8072) Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about Salmon (#fa8072) color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.

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Color Schemes

Diagonal Stripes
Polka Dots
Chevron
Diamond Grid
Hexagon
Waves
Crosshatch
Zigzag
Brick Wall
Triangles
Circles Grid
Herringbone
Fashion
Colored T-Shirt
Fashion
Baseball Cap
Interior
Living Room
Exterior
Office Complex
BRAND
Brands
Aluminum Can
Vehicle
Glossy Sportscar
Brands
Shopping Bag
Interior
Matte Wall
Brands
Flagship Phone