#DB5EC8 Hex Color
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Bright and saturated, #db5ec8 is a strong magenta with a pink-red cast and medium-light value. Its lush intensity brings energy and excitement to highlights, calls to action, cosmetics, fashion, and playful packaging. Use it as a focused accent rather than a full background. The #db5ec8 hex code provides about 6.4:1 contrast with black, enough for WCAG AA body text.
Questions about #db5ec8
What is #db5ec8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #db5ec8 is rgb(219, 94, 200), in HSL hsl(309, 63%, 61%) and in CMYK 0%, 57%, 9%, 14%.
Does #db5ec8 read as warm or cool?
#db5ec8 reads warm-leaning because its pink-red bias outweighs the cooler purple component, while its high saturation keeps the color energetic rather than muted, so it feels more playful and attention-seeking than a dusty or blue-leaning magenta in most palettes.
What colors pair well with #db5ec8 in a design?
As a small accent, #db5ec8 pairs well with navy, soft cream, or warm gray, giving its high saturation room to stand out without overwhelming a layout or competing with body copy.
Is #db5ec8 readable on white or black?
#db5ec8 has a 3.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.44:1 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.