#4D3333 Hex Color
A grounded, dusty red with ashy depth
This dark, muted red carries a dusty, ashy character that feels grounded and serious. Because of its extremely low saturation, #4d3333 functions best as a supporting tone or subtle background rather than a primary shade. It pairs beautifully with soft creams or dusty sages to avoid feeling overly heavy. The hex code for this moody, brownish red is #4d3333.
Questions about #4d3333
What is #4d3333 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4d3333 is rgb(77, 51, 51), in HSL hsl(0, 20%, 25%) and in CMYK 0%, 34%, 34%, 70%.
What colors pair best with the muted #4d3333?
Does #4d3333 function well as a primary brand color?
Because of its extremely low saturation and dark value, #4d3333 typically functions better as a secondary, supporting tone or a text color rather than a primary brand identity. Use it for background depth or subtle accents to maintain a professional, serious mood without overwhelming the viewer.
Is #4d3333 readable on white or black?
#4d3333 has a 11.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.83:1 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.