#755D5F Hex Color
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This muted, dusty red brings an ashy quality to design projects. It leans into a dark, gloomy aesthetic that works well for backgrounds or supporting elements where a subtle touch is needed. Because it feels almost grey, it grounds more aggressive color palettes with a sense of understatement. The hex code for this dim, matte shade is #755d5f.
Questions about #755d5f
What is #755d5f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #755d5f is rgb(117, 93, 95), in HSL hsl(355, 11%, 41%) and in CMYK 0%, 21%, 19%, 54%.
What design palettes pair best with this color?
This muted red pairs best with desaturated greens or cool neutrals to emphasize its ashy character. Using it alongside deep charcoal or soft beige creates a sophisticated, grounding effect without overwhelming the visual hierarchy of your layout.
Is this color suitable for text on websites?
This shade is generally too dark for large blocks of body text when used on standard light backgrounds, but it works well as a subtle heading or accent color. Always check the contrast ratio against your background for accessibility.
Is #755d5f readable on white or black?
#755d5f has a 6.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.48:1 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.