#EA7769 Hex Color
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#ea7769 is a saturated, mellow red with warm, coral undertones. It carries high energy, making it an effective choice for call-to-action buttons or accent elements that require immediate attention. Because it pairs well with deep charcoals, designers often avoid muddy combinations by learning how to make gray that balances the warmth. Use this hex code for smaller UI details rather than massive backgrounds.
Questions about #ea7769
What is #ea7769 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ea7769 is rgb(234, 119, 105), in HSL hsl(7, 75%, 66%) and in CMYK 0%, 49%, 55%, 8%.
How should I implement #ea7769 in a user interface?
#ea7769 works best as a high-visibility accent color rather than a primary background shade because of its intensity. It grabs attention effectively for buttons or notifications when paired with neutral charcoal or soft white text to ensure readability remains high.
Which colors create the best palette with #ea7769?
This saturated red relies on contrast to shine, so it creates a sophisticated balance when paired with dark charcoal or muted navy tones. Avoid placing it near other vibrant oranges or reds, which might result in a jarring, muddy visual experience.
Is #ea7769 readable on white or black?
#ea7769 has a 2.86:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.34:1 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.