#EB5A44 Hex Color
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#eb5a44 is a saturated, warm reddish-orange that demands immediate attention. Due to its high intensity, it works best as a bold accent or call-to-action button rather than a primary background. It creates a strong focal point in UI layouts and marketing materials. For optimal readability, pair this hex code with black text, as the contrast ratio is quite effective at 6.1:1.
Questions about #eb5a44
What is #eb5a44 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #eb5a44 is rgb(235, 90, 68), in HSL hsl(8, 81%, 59%) and in CMYK 0%, 62%, 71%, 8%.
How can I use #eb5a44 effectively in UI design?
Because of its intense energy, #eb5a44 works best as a deliberate accent or primary call-to-action button rather than a large background fill. Pair it with charcoal or very dark gray text to ensure the contrast ratio stays accessible and legible.
What colors pair well with #eb5a44?
Is #eb5a44 readable on white or black?
#eb5a44 has a 3.45:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.07:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.