#DE4A5C Hex Color
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#de4a5c is a high-energy red with a distinct, saturated intensity. This shade commands attention without becoming overwhelming, making it an excellent choice for call-to-action buttons or small UI accents. It holds enough contrast for black text to remain legible, satisfying accessibility standards for body copy. Pair this vivid hue with cool grays or off-whites to balance its inherent warmth and prevent visual fatigue.
Questions about #de4a5c
What is #de4a5c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #de4a5c is rgb(222, 74, 92), in HSL hsl(353, 69%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 67%, 59%, 13%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
Where should I use #de4a5c in a design?
#de4a5c functions best as a high-visibility accent color for primary call-to-action buttons or notification badges. Because of its high saturation, avoid using it as a large background fill, as it can quickly overwhelm the viewer and cause visual fatigue.
What colors pair well with #de4a5c?
This red pairs effectively with neutral tones like charcoal or off-whites to balance its intensity. For a more sophisticated palette, combining it with cool, muted teals creates a strong, balanced contrast that makes the red pop without feeling abrasive.
Is #de4a5c readable on white or black?
#de4a5c has a 4.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.23:1 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.