#E88FC5 Hex Color

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This light, pastel magenta is playful and youthful. Because it has high saturation, the hex code #e88fc5 commands attention without feeling aggressive. It pairs well with charcoal greys for a modern aesthetic or soft greens for a balanced, botanical look. Since black text maintains a sharp 9.2:1 contrast ratio against it, use this hue for large UI elements or primary branding when you want a approachable, stylish impact.

Questions about #e88fc5

What is #e88fc5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e88fc5 is rgb(232, 143, 197), in HSL hsl(324, 66%, 74%) and in CMYK 0%, 38%, 15%, 9%.
What colors pair well with #e88fc5?
#e88fc5 pairs beautifully with charcoal for a sharp, modern contrast or soft, muted sage greens for a balanced, organic look. Because of its high saturation, it works best when anchored by neutrals rather than competing with other bright, bold hues.
Is #e88fc5 readable on white or black?
#e88fc5 has a 2.29:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.16:1 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.