Dark Salmon
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Dark Salmon is a mellow, unsaturated shade with a warm, reddish glow. It avoids the intensity of primary red, offering a softer and more approachable appearance. Because it maintains high contrast with black text, it works well for readable UI backgrounds or baby product branding. Use the hex code #e9967a as a supporting accent alongside cool teals or deep charcoals to create a balanced, modern palette.
Questions about Dark Salmon
What is the hex code for Dark Salmon?
Dark Salmon is #e9967a. In RGB that is rgb(233, 150, 122), in HSL hsl(15, 72%, 70%) and in CMYK 0%, 36%, 48%, 9%.
How should I use #e9967a in a user interface?
Use #e9967a as a secondary accent against neutral tones because it provides a warm contrast without the harsh intensity of a primary red. It remains highly readable with black text, making it a great choice for functional, softer dashboard elements or buttons.
What colors pair best with #e9967a?
This shade works beautifully with charcoal or deep, muted blues to balance its inherent warmth. These dark, cool tones ground the salmon hue, creating a sophisticated contrast that prevents the overall design from feeling too sweet or overwhelming in professional branding.
Is Dark Salmon readable on white or black?
Dark Salmon has a 2.30:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.10:1 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.