#9B6A67 Hex Color
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#9b6a67 is a muted, dusty red with warm brown and ashy undertones. Its medium-dark, low-saturation finish feels restrained yet carries the urgency and energy associated with red. Use this hex code as a supporting tone in branding, food, romance, or sports layouts, pairing it with deep navy or cream. Black text reaches about 4.7:1 contrast for body copy.
Questions about #9b6a67
What is #9b6a67 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9b6a67 is rgb(155, 106, 103), in HSL hsl(3, 21%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 34%, 39%.
What colors pair well with #9b6a67?
#9b6a67 pairs well with deep navy and cream, which balance its dusty red base; charcoal adds a quieter contrast, while muted sage or warm beige can support a softer, earthy palette without competing with its restrained saturation.
Does #9b6a67 read as warm or cool?
#9b6a67 reads as warm because its muted red base is softened by brown undertones, even though the ashy quality keeps it from feeling bright, fiery, or overly intense in large areas. This balance gives it a grounded, mature mood.
Is #9b6a67 readable on white or black?
#9b6a67 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.