#EBB5B5 Hex Color
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This dusty, ashy red feels remarkably mellow and gentle due to its very low saturation. Because it is light and desaturated, #ebb5b5 works well as a supporting background color that won’t overwhelm a layout. It pairs effectively with dark, muted charcoals to ground its softness. The hex code is #ebb5b5, which offers excellent contrast for black text, making it a practical choice for readable interface elements.
Questions about #ebb5b5
What is #ebb5b5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ebb5b5 is rgb(235, 181, 181), in HSL hsl(0, 57%, 82%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 23%, 8%.
Why does #ebb5b5 work well for interface design?
The low saturation of #ebb5b5 creates a calming visual effect that prevents eye strain, making it an excellent choice for background elements. It maintains strong contrast against charcoal or deep black text, ensuring that your user interfaces remain highly readable and accessible.
How can I ground #ebb5b5 in a color palette?
Because #ebb5b5 is a light and airy red, it benefits significantly from being paired with strong, dark neutrals to prevent it from feeling too washed out. Using a deep charcoal or a muted navy helps define its boundaries and adds necessary weight to your design structure.
Is #ebb5b5 readable on white or black?
#ebb5b5 has a 1.77:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.80:1 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.