#EE555B Hex Color
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#ee555b is a bold, high-energy red with a distinct warmth that demands immediate attention. Because it is so saturated, use it sparingly as a 10 percent accent for calls to action or alert indicators rather than a dominant background. It pairs cleanly with charcoal or dark gray tones to ground its intensity. The hex code for this vivid shade is #ee555b.
Questions about #ee555b
What is #ee555b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ee555b is rgb(238, 85, 91), in HSL hsl(358, 82%, 63%) and in CMYK 0%, 64%, 62%, 7%.
How should #ee555b be used in design layouts?
Because #ee555b is a high-intensity red, it functions best as a small, deliberate accent rather than a dominant background color. It creates a natural focal point for essential buttons or critical alerts when placed against muted neutrals like charcoal.
Does #ee555b work well with dark backgrounds?
Yes, #ee555b pops effectively against deep, cool-toned backgrounds, which helps ground its extreme vibrancy without overwhelming the viewer. Pairing it with a deep navy or charcoal gray allows the warmth of the red to stand out without feeling abrasive or chaotic.
Is #ee555b readable on white or black?
#ee555b has a 3.45:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.08:1 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.