#EE8989 Hex Color
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#ee8989 is a mellow, pastel red with distinct salmon undertones. Because of its high lightness, it lacks the aggressive intensity of a pure primary red, making it a friendly choice for playful branding or baby-centric designs. Pair this hex code with dark charcoal for a sophisticated contrast, as black text is highly legible against it. It performs best as a supporting accent rather than a primary background.
Questions about #ee8989
What is #ee8989 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ee8989 is rgb(238, 137, 137), in HSL hsl(0, 75%, 74%) and in CMYK 0%, 42%, 42%, 7%.
What colors pair best with #ee8989?
This pastel shade works best when paired with deep, neutral tones like charcoal or dark gray to ground its warmth. You can also create a harmonious, organic palette by selecting softer earth tones or muted greens that balance the salmon undertones without overwhelming the composition.
Is #ee8989 suitable for text on websites?
Using #ee8989 as a text color is generally not recommended for accessibility because it lacks sufficient contrast against white or light backgrounds. If you must use it for type, ensure it is set against a very dark background, like charcoal, to meet readability standards.
Is #ee8989 readable on white or black?
#ee8989 has a 2.44:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.57:1 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.