#EAC4D5 Hex Color
Soft dusty pink with cool undertones
This very unsaturated pink reads like a soft, dusty pastel with subtle cool undertones. Because #eac4d5 is light and muted, it functions well as a gentle base for cosmetic branding or children’s apparel. Black text maintains high legibility against this hue, making it a reliable choice for UI backgrounds. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate gray to ground its sweetness and prevent a washed-out appearance.
Questions about #eac4d5
What is #eac4d5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #eac4d5 is rgb(234, 196, 213), in HSL hsl(333, 47%, 84%) and in CMYK 0%, 16%, 9%, 8%.
What colors pair well with #eac4d5?
This pink works best when grounded by darker neutrals to avoid a washed-out appearance. Pair #eac4d5 with charcoal or slate gray to add necessary contrast and structure, or try a soft sage green for a delicate, balanced palette.
Is #eac4d5 a warm or cool pink?
Because of its specific hue, #eac4d5 reads as a cool-toned pastel. It lacks the vibrant intensity of warm corals or hot pinks, making it a reliable, calm choice for backgrounds where readability is the primary goal.
Is #eac4d5 readable on white or black?
#eac4d5 has a 1.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 13.35:1 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.