#EBA5B0 Hex Color

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#eba5b0 is a muted, pastel pink with a distinct warm, reddish character. This unsaturated tone feels gentle and fresh, avoiding the intensity of a primary red. Use it as a base background for projects requiring a soft, welcoming energy. Black text stands out clearly against this shade, maintaining a strong contrast ratio of 10.5:1. The hex code for this soft color is #eba5b0.

Questions about #eba5b0

What is #eba5b0 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #eba5b0 is rgb(235, 165, 176), in HSL hsl(351, 64%, 78%) and in CMYK 0%, 30%, 25%, 8%.
Does #eba5b0 work well as a background for text?
Yes, #eba5b0 provides excellent readability when paired with dark text because the shade has a high contrast ratio of 10.5:1 against black. This makes it a functional choice for soft, modern interface designs that require both comfort and clarity.
What colors complement the warmth of #eba5b0?
To balance the reddish warmth of #eba5b0, consider pairing it with cool, deep tones like navy or slate. These darker, desaturated colors provide a strong visual anchor that keeps the overall palette feeling professional rather than overly sweet.
Is #eba5b0 readable on white or black?
#eba5b0 has a 1.99:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.54:1 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.