#824C59 Hex Color
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#824c59 is a muted, dusty pink with serious, moody undertones. This shade brings a sense of romance and mystery to design projects without feeling overly sweet. Designers use this matte, warm color for edgy fashion branding, modern cosmetic packaging, or romantic floral themes. It provides a grounded, supportive background in interfaces where dark, unsaturated hues work best. The hex code for this color is #824c59.
Questions about #824c59
What is #824c59 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #824c59 is rgb(130, 76, 89), in HSL hsl(346, 26%, 40%) and in CMYK 0%, 42%, 32%, 49%.
What colors pair best with #824c59?
Soft creams and desaturated sage greens create a balanced, sophisticated palette alongside this dusty pink. Because of its dark, earthy undertones, pairing it with warm neutrals prevents the color from feeling too clinical or bright in modern design interfaces.
Does this shade read as warm or cool?
This color sits on the warm side of the spectrum due to its reddish-brown base. While it feels muted and matte, the underlying warmth gives it a grounded, romantic quality that contrasts well against cooler, sharper grays or deep charcoal tones.
Is #824c59 readable on white or black?
#824c59 has a 6.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.12:1 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.