#E490C5 Hex Color
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This sparkling, pastel magenta is bright and light with a playful, feminine energy. Because it is highly saturated, #e490c5 works best as a vibrant accent color rather than a large background. It pairs surprisingly well with deep charcoal or slate greys, which anchor its sweetness. This hex code provides enough contrast for black text to remain legible, making it a functional choice for modern UI elements.
Questions about #e490c5
What is #e490c5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e490c5 is rgb(228, 144, 197), in HSL hsl(322, 61%, 73%) and in CMYK 0%, 37%, 14%, 11%.
What colors pair best with #e490c5 in a UI design?
#e490c5 works best as a punchy accent when grounded by neutral, dark tones. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate greys to create a sophisticated balance between its playful energy and a professional, stable visual foundation.
Is #e490c5 readable on white or black?
#e490c5 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.