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≈ Ephemeral Red
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On white
Aa
1.49:1
Fails AA
On black
Aa
11.75:1
Passes AAA
Best text on this color
Aa#1C1916(11.75:1)
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Ephemeral Red sits in the pink family. Pair it with deep navy, charcoal or sage green to ground its softness, or lean into its harmonies below for a ready-made scheme.
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Pantone & RAL matches are coming soon — those libraries aren't openly licensed for redistribution.
Ephemeral Red — meaning & where to use it
Ephemeral Red is a light, airy pink — it reads as playful, romantic and expressive. It's a natural fit for beauty, fashion and lifestyle brands, and expressive accents. To keep it balanced, pair it with deep navy, charcoal or sage green to ground its softness.
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