#EE8080 Hex Color
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This mellow, warm shade of red feels approachable and energized without being aggressive. Because it is somewhat desaturated, it functions well as a primary brand color rather than just a small accent. Pair it with charcoal gray for a balanced, modern look. The hex code for this red is #ee8080. It offers excellent legibility with black text, as the contrast ratio is a strong 8.0:1.
Questions about #ee8080
What is #ee8080 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ee8080 is rgb(238, 128, 128), in HSL hsl(0, 76%, 72%) and in CMYK 0%, 46%, 46%, 7%. Browse more shades of pink with names and hex codes.
Does #ee8080 work well with dark text?
Yes, #ee8080 provides excellent legibility against black text with a contrast ratio of 8.0:1, making it a safe and accessible choice for headlines or buttons. It maintains its warm, energized character while remaining easy for users to read on screen.
What colors pair best with #ee8080?
Pair #ee8080 with charcoal for a balanced, modern look that grounds the warmth of the red without overpowering it. This combination works particularly well for UI design where you need a primary accent color that feels professional and approachable.
Is #ee8080 readable on white or black?
#ee8080 has a 2.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.03:1 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.