#6A495E Hex Color
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A muted, shadowy magenta that leans toward plum. #6a495e reads dark and dusty, with gray undertones that keep its romance restrained. It works best as a supporting tone or accent, flattered by soft creams and muted golds. In large blocks it can turn muddy, so give it contrast. White text passes accessibility checks on this hex code, making it a reliable pick for moody backgrounds and nightlife or cosmetics palettes.
Questions about #6a495e
What is #6a495e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6a495e is rgb(106, 73, 94), in HSL hsl(322, 18%, 35%) and in CMYK 0%, 31%, 11%, 58%.
What colors pair well with #6a495e?
#6a495e pairs well with soft creams, muted golds, and warm neutrals that lift its dusty undertone. For a bolder scheme, try teal as a complementary accent.
Is #6a495e readable on white or black?
#6a495e has a 7.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.72:1 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.