#E23838 Hex Color
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Reach for #e23838 when a call to action, sale badge, or sports logo needs to grab attention fast. This strong, warm red reads loud and urgent, so it works best as a small accent rather than a full background. Black text stays readable on it at about 4.9:1, enough for AA body copy. The hex code for this red is #e23838.
Questions about #e23838
What is #e23838 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e23838 is rgb(226, 56, 56), in HSL hsl(0, 75%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 75%, 75%, 11%.
What colors pair well with #e23838?
Charcoal and deep navy give #e23838 a rich, grounded backdrop, while cream softens its heat without dulling it. Skip bright pinks and oranges nearby, since similar hues make the red lose its punch.
Is black or white text better on #e23838?
Black text is the better choice, hitting about 4.9:1 contrast, which passes WCAG AA for body text. White text lands just short at roughly 4.3:1, so save it for large type only.
Is #e23838 readable on white or black?
#e23838 has a 4.32:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.85:1 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.