What Color isApricot?

#E5926C

What Color is Apricot

Apricot (Hex #E5926C) is a vibrant, medium-toned shade of orange. As a warm color, it pairs exceptionally well with contrasting cyans. Get RGB values, find matching paints, and download Apricot palettes.

What color is opposite Apricot?

The opposite color to Apricot is Seagull (#6cbfe5).

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Additional Information

  • Color Family: Orange
  • Temperature: Warm
  • Associated Season: Spring
  • Complementary Color: #6CBFE5
  • Brightness: 166/255
  • Saturation: 53%

Colors That Pair Well With Apricot

Complementary

Pair with Seagull for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.

#E5926C#6cbfe5

High Contrast

Use Allports for maximum readability. Ideal for text or critical UI elements.

#E5926C#1a6d93

Harmonious Depth

Use lighter and darker shades for a sophisticated, cohesive design. Great for backgrounds, text, and subtle accents.

#efbea7#734936

Color Variations

Tints (add white)

Burning Sand#e89d7b10%
Tumbleweed#eaa88920%
Wax Flower#edb39830%
Cashmere#efbea740%
Zinnwaldite#f2c9b650%
Tuft Bush#f5d3c460%
Cinderella#f7ded370%
Pot Pourri#fae9e280%
Provincial Pink#fcf4f090%

Tones (add grey)

Copperfield#db906e10%
Burning Sand#d18e7020%
Antique Brass#c78d7230%
Brandy Rose#bd8b7440%
Sandrift#b3897650%
Sandrift#a8877860%
Almond Frost#9e857a70%
Squirrel#94847c80%
Schooner#8a827e90%

Shades (add black)

Copperfield#ce836110%
Santa Fe#b7755620%
Cape Palliser#a0664c30%
Spicy Mix#89584140%
Spice#73493650%
Quincy#5c3a2b60%
Cork#452c2070%
Eclipse#2e1d1680%
Asphalt#170f0b90%

Color Conversions

Hex
#E5926C
RGB
229, 146, 108
RGB %
90%, 57%, 42%
HSL
19°, 70%, 66%
HSV
19°, 53%, 90%
CMYK
0%, 36%, 53%, 10%
LAB
68.24, 27.45, 33.10
XYZ
45.30, 38.30, 19.19

Color Blindness Simulation

Normal
Protanopia
Deuteranopia
Tritanopia

CSS Snippets

Text Color (Hex)
Aa
color: #E5926C;
Text Color (RGB)
Aa
color: rgb(229, 146, 108);
Background Color
background-color: #E5926C;
Border
border: 3px solid #E5926C;
Box Shadow
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #E5926C66;
Gradient
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #E5926C 0%, #ffffff 100%);
Cushion Mockup

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MaterialEco Velvet
Size30cm x 30cm
Color
Apricot

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Product Details

Add a touch of luxury to your home with our premium Eco Velvet cushions. Soft to the touch, these cushions are perfect for adding comfort and style to any room.

  • Material: Soft Eco Velvet.
  • Feel: Velvety soft finish.
  • Backing: Stone coloured back (or double-sided print).
  • Print: Edge-to-edge vibrant color using water-based inks.
  • Care: Machine washable at 30°C.
  • Construction: Handmade to order with a concealed zipper.
Eco Credentials

We believe in sustainable style. Our cushions are crafted with the planet in mind.

  • Made to Order: Produced only when you order, eliminating overproduction and waste.
  • Water-Based Inks: Printed using neo-pigment, water-based inks that are non-hazardous, toxin-free, and vegan-friendly.
  • Local Fulfilment: Produced locally where possible to reduce carbon emissions from transport.
  • Vegan Friendly: No animal products are used in the production of these cushions.

What Goes With Apricot?

Explore color palettes containing Apricot and discover harmonious combinations for your designs.

Analogous

Froly
Apricot
Chenin

Complementary

Apricot
Seagull

Split-complementary

Apricot
Bermuda
Chetwode Blue

Triadic

Apricot
Emerald
Medium Purple

Tetradic

Apricot
Pastel Green
Seagull
Heliotrope

Monochromatic

Hairy Heath
Orange Roughy
Apricot
Just Right
White

Accessibility

Contrast with Black and White

Contrast with Black

UI Examples

This is an example of body text using the selected color scheme.

Contrast Ratio

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Contrast with White

UI Examples

This is an example of body text using the selected color scheme.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hex code for Apricot?
The hex code for Apricot is #E5926C. The RGB values are (229, 146, 108). You can find more formats like CMYK and LAB in the Color Conversions section.
What colors go with Apricot?
Apricot pairs well with its complementary color, Seagull (#6cbfe5). It also works great with analogous colors (neighbors on the wheel) and triadic combinations. See our recommended pairings for more ideas.
Is Apricot accessible for text?
No, Apricot is not readable on white backgrounds. It is not readable on black backgrounds. For detailed contrast ratios and WCAG scores, check the accessibility section.
How do I use Apricot in CSS?

You can use Apricot in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:

.apricot {
  background-color: #E5926C;
  color: #FFFFFF;
}

For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.

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