#442232 Hex Color
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#442232 is a dark, muted pink with warm plum and ashy red undertones. Its low saturation creates a serious, mysterious mood suited to romance, cosmetics, fashion, and moody branding. Use it as a supporting tone beside dusty rose or soft peach rather than a full-page background. The hex code #442232 supports clear white text with about a 13.8:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #442232
What is #442232 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #442232 is rgb(68, 34, 50), in HSL hsl(332, 33%, 20%) and in CMYK 0%, 50%, 26%, 73%.
What colors pair well with #442232?
Pair #442232 with dusty rose, soft peach, or warm cream to soften its serious plum mood, while pale neutrals provide enough brightness for balanced palettes and clear visual hierarchy in layouts. Use it as a supporting tone rather than a full-page background.
Does #442232 read as warm or cool?
#442232 reads as a warm, muted pink because its plum base carries red undertones, though its low saturation gives it a restrained, slightly ashy appearance rather than a bright or overtly playful one. That balance works well for moody romantic branding and understated fashion palettes.
Is #442232 readable on white or black?
#442232 has a 13.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.52:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.