What is the hex code for Bisque?

The hex code for Bisque is #FFE4C4. In RGB that is rgb(255, 228, 196), and in HSL it is hsl(33, 100%, 88%).

What RGB values make Bisque?

Bisque is 255 red, 228 green, and 196 blue, written as rgb(255, 228, 196).

Bisque scores 1.22:1 against white. WCAG AA needs 4.5:1 for body text, so it fails and should be used for fills or borders rather than type.

Yes. You can write color: bisque directly in CSS, which every browser resolves to #FFE4C4.

#FFE4C4

Bisque is an orange tone at #FFE4C4. It sits at 33 degrees on the color wheel with 100% saturation and 88% lightness.

Color values

Tints mix Bisque with white, shades mix it with black. Use the light end for backgrounds and the dark end for text that has to stay readable.

Tint 80%

#FFFAF3

Tint 60%

#FFF4E7

Tint 40%

#FFEFDC

Tint 20%

#FFE9D0

Base

#FFE4C4

Shade 20%

#CCB69D

Shade 40%

#998976

Shade 60%

#665B4E

Shade 80%

#332E27

On white

Sample text

1.22:1

Fails WCAG for text

On black

Sample text

17.15:1

Passes AAA for body text

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Frequently asked

What is the hex code for Bisque?: The hex code for Bisque is #FFE4C4. In RGB that is rgb(255, 228, 196), and in HSL it is hsl(33, 100%, 88%).
What RGB values make Bisque?: Bisque is 255 red, 228 green, and 196 blue, written as rgb(255, 228, 196).
Is Bisque readable as text on a white background?: Bisque scores 1.22:1 against white. WCAG AA needs 4.5:1 for body text, so it fails and should be used for fills or borders rather than type.
Is Bisque a valid CSS color name?: Yes. You can write color: bisque directly in CSS, which every browser resolves to #FFE4C4.