#6E5F5E Hex Color
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#6e5f5e is a dusty, desaturated red with significant grey undertones. Because it feels moody and restrained, it functions best as a supporting background rather than a main accent. It lacks the punch of true red, so pair it with creamy whites or muted teals to avoid a muddy look. This hex code meets contrast standards for body text, making it a reliable choice for dark interface designs.
Questions about #6e5f5e
What is #6e5f5e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6e5f5e is rgb(110, 95, 94), in HSL hsl(4, 8%, 40%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 15%, 57%.
How do I balance the grey undertones of #6e5f5e in a design?
To keep #6e5f5e from looking muddy, pair it with high-contrast, clean elements like off-white or crisp neutrals. The grey undertone makes it a perfect supporting player for text or backgrounds rather than a bold, saturated focal point.
Is #6e5f5e readable on white or black?
#6e5f5e has a 6.06:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.46:1 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.