#E5343A Hex Color
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#e5343a is a saturated, high-intensity red that commands immediate attention. Because of its extreme brightness, this shade works best as an accent color for calls to action or UI highlights rather than a large background. It pairs exceptionally well with dark grays or deep navies. You can safely layer black text over this hex code for clear, readable messaging.
Questions about #e5343a
What is #e5343a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e5343a is rgb(229, 52, 58), in HSL hsl(358, 77%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 77%, 75%, 10%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
Where should I use #e5343a in my design?
Because #e5343a is extremely bright and saturated, it works best as a punchy accent color rather than a background. Use it for call-to-action buttons or alert icons where you need to draw immediate attention without overwhelming the user interface layout.
What colors pair well with #e5343a?
Is #e5343a readable on white or black?
#e5343a has a 4.29:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.88:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.