#7D5151 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted red has a dark, earthy quality that leans into serious and moody palettes. As a low-saturation shade, #7d5151 works best as a supporting background element rather than a dominant feature. It pairs well with crisp cream or soft charcoal to maintain readability. The hex code is #7d5151, which meets WCAG standards for high-contrast white text, making it a reliable choice for readable UI components.
Questions about #7d5151
What is #7d5151 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7d5151 is rgb(125, 81, 81), in HSL hsl(0, 21%, 40%) and in CMYK 0%, 35%, 35%, 51%.
Which colors complement the earthy tone of #7d5151?
#7d5151 pairs effectively with cream or soft charcoal to maintain visual balance. These light and dark neutrals help ground the dusty red without overpowering its serious character, ensuring the final composition remains sophisticated rather than cluttered or overwhelming.
Is #7d5151 readable on white or black?
#7d5151 has a 6.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.16:1 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.