#E3193B Hex Color
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Bold and highly saturated, this warm red has a pink-crimson undertone and strong visual impact. The hex code #e3193b works best as a small accent for calls to action, sports branding, sales graphics, and alerts rather than a full-page background. White text provides about a 4.7:1 contrast ratio, supporting accessible body copy.
Questions about #e3193b
What is #e3193b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e3193b is rgb(227, 25, 59), in HSL hsl(350, 80%, 49%) and in CMYK 0%, 89%, 74%, 11%.
What colors pair well with #e3193b?
The hex color #e3193b pairs well with white for sharp contrast, charcoal for a softer dark pairing, and pale pink or blush for a coordinated palette that tempers its strong saturation in interfaces and promotional graphics.
Does #e3193b read as warm or cool?
The hex color #e3193b reads as a warm red because its highly saturated hue leans toward pink-crimson rather than blue or violet, giving it an energetic, urgent character that stands out strongly in small doses.
Where does #e3193b work best in a design?
#e3193b works best as a focused accent for calls to action, alerts, sports branding, sale graphics, and badges, where its saturated warm red creates urgency without dominating the entire composition.
Is #e3193b readable on white or black?
#e3193b has a 4.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.46:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.