#E5C4C5 Hex Color
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#e5c4c5 is an incredibly light, dusty red that leans towards a soft, desaturated blush. This shade feels fragile and airy, making it ideal for clean, minimalist interfaces. Since the hex code #e5c4c5 is so pale, it provides an excellent background for high-contrast black typography. Pair it with deep charcoal tones to keep the palette grounded rather than washing out the design.
Questions about #e5c4c5
What is #e5c4c5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e5c4c5 is rgb(229, 196, 197), in HSL hsl(358, 39%, 83%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 14%, 10%.
What colors pair well with #e5c4c5 in a UI design?
This light blush works best when grounded by deep neutrals like charcoal or matte black, which provide necessary contrast for readability. For a softer, monochromatic look, you can blend it with deeper shades of muted rose or warm greige.
Does #e5c4c5 lean warm or cool?
As a dusty red, #e5c4c5 leans warm but stays subtle due to its high desaturation and lightness. It avoids feeling overly vibrant, making it a versatile choice for modern, minimalist web interfaces that require a gentle, inviting color foundation.
Is #e5c4c5 readable on white or black?
#e5c4c5 has a 1.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.03:1 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.