#F3E4E5 Hex Color
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This pale, bleached red sits right on the edge of neutral, offering a delicate and airy quality. Because it is so desaturated, the hex code #f3e4e5 functions best as a soft background or a supporting tone. It lacks the punch of true red, so pair it with deep charcoal or slate gray to create enough contrast for readable body text.
Questions about #f3e4e5
What is #f3e4e5 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #f3e4e5 is rgb(243, 228, 229), in HSL hsl(356, 38%, 92%) and in CMYK 0%, 6%, 6%, 5%.
How should #f3e4e5 be used in design?
Use #f3e4e5 primarily as a soft, airy background rather than for primary text or call-to-action buttons. Because it is so desaturated, it requires high-contrast elements, such as charcoal or deep slate, to ensure text remains fully readable and accessible.
What makes #f3e4e5 different from a standard pink?
This color functions as a neutral, bleached red that lacks the intense vibrancy of a traditional pink. It creates a subtle, calming atmosphere, making it a reliable choice for minimalist branding that requires a hint of warmth without overwhelming the viewer.
Is #f3e4e5 readable on white or black?
#f3e4e5 has a 1.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 17.03:1 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.