#E53944 Hex Color
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This saturated red commands attention immediately. Because it is highly intense, #e53944 works best as a punchy accent or a call to action rather than a background. Pair it with soft, muted grays to keep the layout balanced. The hex code #e53944 offers enough contrast for black text, making it a functional choice for high-impact UI elements that require urgency.
Questions about #e53944
What is #e53944 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e53944 is rgb(229, 57, 68), in HSL hsl(356, 77%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 75%, 70%, 10%.
How should I use #e53944 in a UI design?
#e53944 is best reserved for high-impact elements like call-to-action buttons or urgent alerts where you need to command immediate attention. Because it is highly saturated, avoid using it as a background color to prevent eye strain and maintain readability.
What colors pair well with the intense #e53944 red?
This vibrant red balances beautifully against soft gray or muted neutral tones, which allow the red to pop without overwhelming the layout. You can also pair it with deep, dark charcoal text to ensure high accessibility contrast for your interface elements.
Is #e53944 readable on white or black?
#e53944 has a 4.19:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.00:1 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.