#783D59 Hex Color
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Somewhere between mulled wine and a faded rose, #783d59 is a dark, muted plum pink. Its low saturation keeps it calm and matte, which makes it a steady background or supporting tone in moody palettes. It flatters cream, sage, and deep greens, though it can read muddy beside pure white. Best used in large blocks or as a base, not fine detail.
Questions about #783d59
What is #783d59 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #783d59 is rgb(120, 61, 89), in HSL hsl(332, 33%, 35%) and in CMYK 0%, 49%, 26%, 53%.
What colors pair well with #783d59?
Cream, sage, and muted gold all flatter this shade, and charcoal text stays readable on top of it. Avoid bright pinks, which compete with its dusty undertone.
Is #783d59 a warm or cool color?
#783d59 reads warm. Its red undertones give it a cozy, romantic feel despite how dark and muted it is.
Is #783d59 readable on white or black?
#783d59 has a 8.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.61:1 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.