#6E4057 Hex Color
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#6e4057 is a dark, muted pink with warm plum and dusty mauve undertones. Its low saturation and deep value create a serious, intimate mood suited to moody backgrounds, cosmetics, fashion, and romance. Use this hex code as a supporting tone or dominant base; white text reaches about 8.3:1 contrast, enough for WCAG AA body text, though fine details can look muddy.
Questions about #6e4057
What is #6e4057 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6e4057 is rgb(110, 64, 87), in HSL hsl(330, 26%, 34%) and in CMYK 0%, 42%, 21%, 57%. Browse more shades of pink with names and hex codes.
How should designers use #6e4057 in a palette?
Use #6e4057 as a dominant dark base or supporting tone, especially in moody editorial, cosmetic, fashion, and intimate designs, then pair it with pale pink, cream, or sage for lift. Its muted value works best with generous contrast and restrained bright accents.
Does #6e4057 work with white text?
Yes, white text has about an 8.3:1 contrast ratio on #6e4057, which clears the WCAG AA 4.5:1 requirement for normal body text and supports comfortable reading across dark panels and interface surfaces. Check larger text and alternate font weights separately.
Does #6e4057 read warm or cool?
#6e4057 reads warm because its muted pink carries a plum-red bias rather than a blue cast, while its low saturation keeps the effect restrained and suitable for understated design palettes. It can appear browner beside vivid pinks and more purple beside warm neutrals.
Is #6e4057 readable on white or black?
#6e4057 has a 8.28:1 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.