#E53935 Hex Color
A high-intensity red that commands attention
#e53935 is a high-intensity red that commands attention immediately. With its high saturation, this color functions best as a small, deliberate accent rather than a full background. It pairs effectively with cool charcoal grays to ground the intensity. The hex code for this powerful, urgent red is #e53935. Use it sparingly in UI design for buttons or alerts to ensure maximum visibility against neutral layouts.
Questions about #e53935
What is #e53935 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e53935 is rgb(229, 57, 53), in HSL hsl(1, 77%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 75%, 77%, 10%.
How should I effectively use #e53935 in web design?
#e53935 is best utilized as an intentional accent rather than a primary background color because of its intense saturation. It creates high-visibility alerts or call-to-action buttons, especially when placed against a clean, neutral interface.
Which colors pair best with #e53935 for a balanced look?
Pair #e53935 with cool charcoal or soft neutral grays to ground the intensity of the red. These darker tones provide the necessary contrast to make the vibrancy of #e53935 stand out without overwhelming the viewer.
Is #e53935 readable on white or black?
#e53935 has a 4.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.96:1 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.