#7D5A5A Hex Color
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This dusty, muted shade of red feels grounded and understated. Because it lacks intense brightness, #7d5a5a offers a matte finish that works well in backgrounds or as a subtle accent. Designers often use this color to bring a gloomy yet calm mood to their projects. The hex code for this dim, ashy tone is #7d5a5a.
Questions about #7d5a5a
What is #7d5a5a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7d5a5a is rgb(125, 90, 90), in HSL hsl(0, 16%, 42%) and in CMYK 0%, 28%, 28%, 51%.
What colors pair well with #7d5a5a?
This muted red functions best when paired with soft creams, warm beiges, or deep charcoal grays to maintain its grounded feel. Using it alongside muted greens or desaturated blues can also create a sophisticated, earthy color palette for modern design interfaces.
Does #7d5a5a lean warm or cool?
While technically a shade of red, #7d5a5a leans slightly warm due to its dusty, earthy undertones, but it remains heavily desaturated. This lack of brightness makes it read more like a neutral than a vibrant, punchy red, perfect for subtle accents.
Is #7d5a5a readable on white or black?
#7d5a5a has a 6.03:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.48:1 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.