#975243 Hex Color
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#975243 is a dusty, unsaturated red with a matte appearance. This mellow shade feels grounded and understated rather than aggressive or loud. It works well as a subtle background or a supporting tone in earthy color palettes. Because it is darker, white text maintains excellent readability against this hex code. Pair it with soft creams or warm grays to avoid a muddy look.
Questions about #975243
What is #975243 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #975243 is rgb(151, 82, 67), in HSL hsl(11, 39%, 43%) and in CMYK 0%, 46%, 56%, 41%.
What colors pair best with the earthy #975243?
This unsaturated red thrives when balanced with soft, neutral tones that prevent it from looking muddy. Try pairing #975243 with cream or warm gray to maintain a sophisticated, grounded aesthetic while keeping the overall design clean and accessible.
Is #975243 readable on white or black?
#975243 has a 5.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.60:1 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.