#79174F Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #79174f is a warm pink with plum and red undertones. Its low lightness gives interfaces a serious, mysterious mood, while softened saturation keeps romance and tenderness from feeling sugary. Use the hex code as a supporting tone or focused accent in fashion, cosmetics, and moody branding. White text reads clearly over it.
Questions about #79174f
What is #79174f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #79174f is rgb(121, 23, 79), in HSL hsl(326, 68%, 28%) and in CMYK 0%, 81%, 35%, 53%.
What colors pair well with #79174f?
The #79174f hex color pairs well with white, charcoal, and soft blush for balanced layouts, while mint or muted green creates lively complementary contrast without making the composition feel overly sweet or loud. Use the dark pink as an accent and keep brighter partners limited for a controlled palette.
Is #79174f a warm or cool color?
The #79174f hex color reads as warm because its red component outweighs blue, though its plum undertone adds restrained, slightly cool depth to the overall impression in most visual contexts. This balance makes it feel intimate and serious rather than bright, sugary, or overtly playful.
Where does #79174f work well?
The #79174f hex color works well as a focused accent in fashion, cosmetics, editorial layouts, and moody brand interfaces, especially beside light neutrals where its depth can anchor brighter supporting elements. Its low lightness makes it less suitable for large dark surfaces unless you provide clear contrast and enough visual breathing room.
Is #79174f readable on white or black?
#79174f has a 10.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.04:1 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.