#6D253C Hex Color
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This dark, unsaturated pink feels moody and serious. Because it is quite deep, #6d253c works best as a primary base for branding or large background areas rather than fine details. It pairs well with crisp white text, which maintains excellent readability at 10.6:1 contrast. Use this hex code to anchor designs that require a sophisticated, romantic, or mysterious atmosphere without feeling overly bright or energetic.
Questions about #6d253c
What is #6d253c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6d253c is rgb(109, 37, 60), in HSL hsl(341, 49%, 29%) and in CMYK 0%, 66%, 45%, 57%.
What works best with #6d253c in a design palette?
Pair #6d253c with crisp, clean neutrals like off-white or soft cream to create high readability. Because the color is so deep and unsaturated, it benefits from lighter, airy accents that prevent the layout from feeling heavy or closed-in.
Is #6d253c considered a warm or cool color?
This shade sits on the warmer side of the spectrum due to its pink undertones, though its low saturation gives it a muted, serious quality. It avoids being overly energetic, making it an excellent choice for designs that require maturity and understated elegance.
Is #6d253c readable on white or black?
#6d253c has a 10.60:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.98:1 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.