#DE897E Hex Color
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#de897e is a muted, desaturated coral with a gentle, dusty warmth. Because it sits comfortably between a soft pink and a baked earth tone, it avoids the intensity of primary red. This shade shines as a subtle background for editorial layouts or branding that requires a human touch. Pair it with dark charcoal for a sophisticated contrast, as black text remains highly readable over this hex code.
Questions about #de897e
What is #de897e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #de897e is rgb(222, 137, 126), in HSL hsl(7, 59%, 68%) and in CMYK 0%, 38%, 43%, 13%.
What colors pair well with #de897e for a balanced design?
Pair #de897e with deep charcoal or dark espresso for a sophisticated, high-contrast look that grounds the warmth of the coral. For a softer, monochromatic palette, lean into lighter terracotta or dusty beige tones to keep the overall aesthetic airy.
Is #de897e readable on white or black?
#de897e has a 2.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.98:1 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.