#E9A5A5 Hex Color
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This dusty, desaturated pink balances warmth with a gentle, muted quality. Because #e9a5a5 has high contrast with black text, it works well as a readable background for web interfaces. Pair it with dark charcoal or deep forest green to ground the softness. Use it sparingly in branding to keep the overall look fresh rather than washed out.
Questions about #e9a5a5
What is #e9a5a5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #e9a5a5 is rgb(233, 165, 165), in HSL hsl(0, 61%, 78%) and in CMYK 0%, 29%, 29%, 9%.
What colors pair well with #e9a5a5 for a balanced palette?
Deep charcoal or dark forest green provide the best contrast to ground the softness of #e9a5a5 without making it appear washed out. These darker, neutral tones create a sophisticated, balanced interface that maintains high readability while keeping the aesthetic fresh and professional.
Is #e9a5a5 readable on white or black?
#e9a5a5 has a 2.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.39:1 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.