#781D43 Hex Color
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As a hex code, #781d43 is a dark, muted pink with warm red and plum undertones. Its low lightness creates a serious, moody feel, while restrained saturation adds softness and romance. Use it as a supporting tone or accent beside blush, cream, or muted teal in fashion, cosmetics, and editorial layouts. White text provides about 10.2:1 contrast.
Questions about #781d43
What is #781d43 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #781d43 is rgb(120, 29, 67), in HSL hsl(335, 61%, 29%) and in CMYK 0%, 76%, 44%, 53%. Browse more shades of pink with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #781d43?
#781d43 pairs well with cream, blush, and muted teal because these lighter, softer colors balance its dark plum depth while preserving its warm red character; charcoal or pale blue-gray can create a sharper, more restrained palette.
Does #781d43 read as a warm or cool color?
#781d43 reads as a warm-leaning dark pink because its red base is balanced by plum undertones, while its low lightness and restrained saturation keep the result serious, moody, soft, and less vivid than brighter pinks.
Is #781d43 readable on white or black?
#781d43 has a 10.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.05:1 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.