#855F73 Hex Color
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Muted and matte, #855f73 is a dark, warm-leaning dusty pink with ashy mauve undertones and very low saturation. Its mellow depth suggests tenderness and understated romance without becoming sweet or bright. This hex code works well as a supporting tone in cosmetics, fashion, intimate products, and floral layouts. White text reaches about 5.4:1 contrast, enough for WCAG AA body text.
Questions about #855f73
What is #855f73 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #855f73 is rgb(133, 95, 115), in HSL hsl(328, 17%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 29%, 14%, 48%. Browse more shades of pink with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #855f73?
Pair #855f73 with warm ivory, muted sage, or charcoal to balance its dusty pink base without making the palette feel sugary; use it as a supporting color beside lighter neutrals, rather than covering every surface.
Is #855f73 readable on white or black?
#855f73 has a 5.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.88:1 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.