#851C59 Hex Color
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The hex code #851c59 is a dark, warm pink with a muted finish and strong plum undertones. Its low lightness creates a serious, mysterious mood, while its rich color adds romance and seduction. Use it as a supporting tone or accent beside blush, cream, or warm gray. It suits fashion, cosmetics, and intimate branding. White text reads clearly against this hex code.
Questions about #851c59
What is #851c59 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #851c59 is rgb(133, 28, 89), in HSL hsl(325, 65%, 32%) and in CMYK 0%, 79%, 33%, 48%.
What colors pair well with #851c59?
The hex color #851c59 pairs well with blush, cream, and warm gray, which soften its dark plum undertones while preserving its muted warmth; use cream for cleaner contrast, blush for a romantic palette, or warm gray for a restrained look.
Does #851c59 read as warm or cool?
#851c59 reads as a warm, dark pink because its red-magenta hue carries more red than blue, while its plum undertones make the color feel subdued and sophisticated rather than bright or playful.
Is #851c59 readable on white or black?
#851c59 has a 9.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.30:1 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.