#E64E4E Hex Color
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#e64e4e is an aggressive, high-energy red that demands instant attention. Because of its intense saturation, it works best as an accent color for calls to action or interface highlights rather than a large background. Pair this hex code with dark, muted slate grays to balance the heat. Black text remains readable on this color, maintaining a 5.6:1 contrast ratio for your designs.
Questions about #e64e4e
What is #e64e4e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e64e4e is rgb(230, 78, 78), in HSL hsl(0, 75%, 60%) and in CMYK 0%, 66%, 66%, 10%.
How should I use #e64e4e in interface design?
Because #e64e4e is highly saturated, keep it reserved for critical UI elements like call-to-action buttons, error states, or notifications that require immediate user focus. Avoid using this red as a background color, as it can quickly cause visual fatigue.
Which colors pair well with #e64e4e?
Balance the intense heat of #e64e4e by pairing it with slate or dark charcoal grays. These neutral, muted tones allow the red to pop as a highlight without overwhelming the viewer or clashing with the overall color scheme.
Is #e64e4e readable on white or black?
#e64e4e has a 3.77:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.56:1 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.