#CA888C Hex Color

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This unsaturated, reddish tone offers a mellow alternative to high-energy primary reds. With its grounded, earthy quality, #ca888c works well for food branding or softer romance designs. Because it supports black text with strong contrast, it remains legible even in small body type. Use this hex code as a supporting accent rather than a dominant background to keep your interface from appearing washed out.

Questions about #ca888c

What is #ca888c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ca888c is rgb(202, 136, 140), in HSL hsl(356, 38%, 66%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 31%, 21%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
Which colors pair best with #ca888c?
#ca888c pairs beautifully with charcoal or dark gray for a modern, grounded contrast. It also harmonizes well with warm cream tones if you want a softer, more inviting aesthetic for your interface or print design.
Is #ca888c readable on white or black?
#ca888c has a 2.83:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.41:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.