#E294B0 Hex Color
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Reach for #e294b0 when a design needs a pink that stays soft instead of sugary. This pastel pink carries gray undertones, so it reads mellow and warm rather than loud. The hex code #e294b0 works well as a dominant base for cosmetics branding, spring layouts, or confectionery packaging. It holds up as a background since black text passes contrast checks against it, but it can look washed out beside pure white. Pair it with deep teal for balance.
Questions about #e294b0
What is #e294b0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e294b0 is rgb(226, 148, 176), in HSL hsl(338, 57%, 73%) and in CMYK 0%, 35%, 22%, 11%.
What colors pair well with #e294b0?
Deep teal creates a striking balance with #e294b0, while dark chocolate keeps the palette warm and cozy. For something bolder, try a muted olive or charcoal accent to ground its sweetness.
Is #e294b0 a warm or cool pink?
#e294b0 reads warm. Its red base carries a soft, rose-like glow rather than the bluish cast of cooler pinks, which gives it a friendly, romantic feel in layouts.
Is #e294b0 readable on white or black?
#e294b0 has a 2.30:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.09:1 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.