#6E5856 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted red has a dark and serious quality that suggests mystery and depth. Because of its matte, ashy finish, #6e5856 provides a grounded alternative to brighter shades of red. Designers often select this hex code for moody backgrounds or sophisticated design elements that require a calm, understated presence without feeling too aggressive or bright.
Questions about #6e5856
What is #6e5856 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6e5856 is rgb(110, 88, 86), in HSL hsl(5, 12%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 20%, 22%, 57%.
Is #6e5856 readable on white or black?
#6e5856 has a 6.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.19:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.