#5F494A Hex Color
Dusty red with quiet intensity
#5f494a is a dark, muted red with dusty gray and brown undertones. Its low saturation creates a serious, moody feel, while the red base adds restrained energy and passion. Use it as a supporting tone in branding, editorial layouts, or sports graphics, paired with cream or pale blush. White text reads clearly against this hex code at about 8.3:1 contrast.
Questions about #5f494a
What is #5f494a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5f494a is rgb(95, 73, 74), in HSL hsl(357, 13%, 33%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 22%, 63%.
What colors pair well with #5f494a?
For a restrained palette, pair #5f494a with cream or pale blush to soften its dark red base; charcoal can add depth, while a warm off-white keeps the overall combination calm and readable.
Does #5f494a look warm or cool?
#5f494a reads as a warm-leaning muted red because its red base is softened by brown undertones, while dusty gray lowers the heat and keeps it from feeling bright or fiery. It works well when you want warmth with a restrained, serious mood.
Is #5f494a readable on white or black?
#5f494a has a 8.27:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.53:1 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.