#D88E85 Hex Color
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This unsaturated, pastel red feels mellow and gentle rather than aggressive. Because it lacks intense chroma, #d88e85 works well as a soft, warm background color for branding or UI design. Pair it with dark charcoal text to ensure excellent readability. While this hex code functions best as a base, avoid using it near bright, saturated neons, which can make it appear washed out.
Questions about #d88e85
What is #d88e85 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d88e85 is rgb(216, 142, 133), in HSL hsl(7, 52%, 68%) and in CMYK 0%, 34%, 38%, 15%.
What colors pair best with #d88e85?
Because #d88e85 is an unsaturated pastel, it pairs effectively with neutral, grounded tones like charcoal for text contrast. To maintain its gentle aesthetic, avoid overly vibrant neons and instead lean toward soft creams or deep earthy browns for a harmonious, balanced palette.
Is #d88e85 readable on white or black?
#d88e85 has a 2.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.12:1 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.