Salmon HEX Code
The HEX code for salmon is #FA8072. Salmon is a pinkish-orange color named after the flesh of salmon fish. It's warm, inviting, and softer than coral or orange.
Salmon Color Values
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| HEX | #FA8072 |
| RGB | rgb(250, 128, 114) |
| HSL | hsl(6, 93%, 71%) |
| CMYK | C:0 M:49 Y:54 K:2 |
Salmon Shades and Variations
| Shade | HEX | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Light Salmon | #FFA07A | Lighter |
| Salmon | #FA8072 | CSS salmon |
| Dark Salmon | #E9967A | Darker |
| Coral | #FF7F50 | More orange |
| Light Coral | #F08080 | Pinker |
Salmon in Design
Salmon conveys:
- Warmth: Inviting, cozy
- Softness: Gentle, approachable
- Femininity: Subtle, elegant
- Food: Culinary, appetizing
Using Salmon in Design
``css
/* Salmon palette */
:root {
--salmon-light: #FFA07A;
--salmon: #FA8072;
--salmon-dark: #E9967A;
}
/* Soft card design */
.soft-card {
background-color: #FFF5F5;
border-left: 4px solid #FA8072;
}
``
Salmon vs Coral vs Peach
| Color | HEX | Tone |
|---|---|---|
| Salmon | #FA8072 | Pink-orange |
| Coral | #FF7F50 | Orange-pink |
| Peach | #FFDAB9 | Light, soft |