#E3A5A5 Hex Color
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#e3a5a5 is a dusty, unsaturated pastel red with a mellow warmth. Because it reads soft and youthful, it works well as a background for spring branding or baby products. Black text provides excellent legibility against this light tone, easily passing accessibility standards with a 10.2:1 contrast ratio. Use the hex code #e3a5a5 as a gentle base rather than a bright accent to maintain its airy feel.
Questions about #e3a5a5
What is #e3a5a5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e3a5a5 is rgb(227, 165, 165), in HSL hsl(0, 53%, 77%) and in CMYK 0%, 27%, 27%, 11%.
What colors pair best with #e3a5a5?
#e3a5a5 balances beautifully with earthy neutrals like charcoal or warm stone grays to anchor its airy feel. For a more vibrant combination, consider pairing it with muted sage greens to lean into a natural, organic color palette.
Is #e3a5a5 readable on white or black?
#e3a5a5 has a 2.06:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.19:1 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.