#DB5D81 Hex Color
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#db5d81 is a saturated, warm pink that demands attention without overwhelming the viewer. Because of its intensity, this color works best as a sharp accent or a high-impact call-to-action button rather than a large background. It pairs surprisingly well with deep charcoal or muted olive greens. This hex code provides enough contrast for black text, making it highly readable for UI elements.
Questions about #db5d81
What is #db5d81 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #db5d81 is rgb(219, 93, 129), in HSL hsl(343, 64%, 61%) and in CMYK 0%, 58%, 41%, 14%. Browse more shades of pink with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with the #db5d81 pink?
Should I use #db5d81 for text or background elements?
#db5d81 is generally too intense and high-energy for large backgrounds or long-form body text. Instead, use this shade as a high-impact accent color for buttons, icons, or notification badges to ensure your interface remains readable while maintaining a bold, modern personality.
Is #db5d81 readable on white or black?
#db5d81 has a 3.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.89:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.