#E29476 Hex Color
A warm and mellow peachy terracotta
Mellow and unsaturated, #e29476 is a warm, peachy tone. Because black text maintains a strong 8.7:1 contrast ratio against it, the hex code works well for readable body copy. It pairs nicely with deep forest greens or charcoal, offering a soft alternative to standard neutrals. If you find yourself blending these hues, you may also want to investigate how to make pink.
Questions about #e29476
What is #e29476 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e29476 is rgb(226, 148, 118), in HSL hsl(17, 65%, 67%) and in CMYK 0%, 35%, 48%, 11%.
What colors pair best with #e29476?
This peachy tone balances perfectly against deep forest green or charcoal, creating a grounded, earthy palette. For a softer look, try combining it with muted creams or warm beiges to emphasize its subtle, unsaturated quality.
Is #e29476 readable on white or black?
#e29476 has a 2.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.73:1 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.