#E89171 Hex Color
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This muted, pastel orange has a gentle, sun-warmed quality that avoids being overwhelming. The hex code #e89171 provides excellent contrast for small black text, making it a reliable choice for UI backgrounds or readable UI elements. It feels approachable and youthful, working best when paired with deep, cool grays or navy blue to ground its inherent lightness.
Questions about #e89171
What is #e89171 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e89171 is rgb(232, 145, 113), in HSL hsl(16, 72%, 68%) and in CMYK 0%, 38%, 51%, 9%.
What colors pair best with #e89171 in a design?
Is #e89171 a good choice for UI text?
While #e89171 offers a pleasant aesthetic for backgrounds or decorative elements, it is generally too light for small, body-copy text. Always pair it with a significantly darker, high-contrast foreground color to ensure your interface remains accessible for all users.
Is #e89171 readable on white or black?
#e89171 has a 2.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.71:1 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.