#E0859C Hex Color
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This warm, mid-tone pink carries a dusty, muted quality that prevents it from feeling too saccharine. Because #e0859c sits at an accessible lightness level, it provides excellent contrast for black typography, making it a reliable choice for UI backgrounds. Use it sparingly to avoid overwhelming a layout, as this shade pairs unexpectedly well with deep charcoal or slate gray for a balanced, modern aesthetic.
Questions about #e0859c
What is #e0859c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e0859c is rgb(224, 133, 156), in HSL hsl(345, 59%, 70%) and in CMYK 0%, 41%, 30%, 12%. Browse more shades of pink with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #e0859c?
Because #e0859c is a muted, dusty pink, it anchors best with neutrals that ground its natural warmth. Use this shade alongside deep charcoal or slate gray to ensure high text contrast while maintaining a clean, professional aesthetic in your UI design.
Is #e0859c readable on white or black?
#e0859c has a 2.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.00:1 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.