#9A6975 Hex Color

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A warm, ashy pink with low saturation and a matte finish, #9a6975 feels mellow and understated rather than bright. Its dusty mauve undertone suits cosmetics, fashion, romance, and supporting backgrounds. Pair it with charcoal or deep navy for sharper contrast. The hex code #9a6975 supports black body text at about 4.7:1 contrast.

Questions about #9a6975

What is #9a6975 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9a6975 is rgb(154, 105, 117), in HSL hsl(345, 20%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 24%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #9a6975?
The #9a6975 hex color pairs well with charcoal or deep navy for strong contrast, while soft mauve, dusty rose, and warm neutrals create a quieter tonal palette for fashion, cosmetic, editorial, and romantic designs.
Does #9a6975 read as warm or cool?
#9a6975 reads as a warm, muted pink because its dusty mauve base carries a soft red and earthy bias rather than a crisp blue cast, and its low saturation keeps that warmth restrained, giving the color a mellow, matte feel.
Is #9a6975 readable on white or black?
#9a6975 has a 4.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.65:1 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 for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.