#7D4545 Hex Color
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Muted and warm, #7d4545 is a dark, dusty red with low saturation and a matte, slightly ashy finish. Its serious, understated mood suits moody backgrounds, editorial branding, and supporting elements beside cream or charcoal. Use the hex code for large areas with care, since it can feel heavy, while white text achieves about 7.5:1 contrast.
Questions about #7d4545
What is #7d4545 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7d4545 is rgb(125, 69, 69), in HSL hsl(0, 29%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 45%, 45%, 51%.
Does white text work well on #7d4545?
White text is highly readable on #7d4545, with about a 7.5:1 contrast ratio that exceeds the WCAG AA 4.5:1 requirement for body text. It is a strong choice for buttons, headings, and compact interface panels.
What colors pair well with #7d4545?
#7d4545 pairs well with cream, charcoal, and muted sage because its warm, dusty red gains structure from pale neutrals and restrained green. Use it as a supporting color or accent when a full-page background would feel too heavy.
Is #7d4545 readable on white or black?
#7d4545 has a 7.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.80:1 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.