#9C4854 Hex Color
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A dusty, muted brick red, #9c4854 offers a grounded alternative to brighter, aggressive shades of red. This matte tone feels calm and understated, making it an excellent choice for accent elements or warm UI backgrounds. Because it maintains strong contrast against white text, it works well for readable interfaces. Designers often pair this shade with slate grays or muted greens for a sophisticated, rustic palette.
Questions about #9c4854
What is #9c4854 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9c4854 is rgb(156, 72, 84), in HSL hsl(351, 37%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 54%, 46%, 39%.
Which colors work best in a palette with #9c4854?
#9c4854 functions best when paired with neutral, earthy tones that balance its inherent warmth without overpowering it. Try using it alongside a soft slate gray or a deep sage green to create a professional, high-contrast look suitable for modern website interfaces or editorial design layouts.
Is #9c4854 a warm or cool color tone?
#9c4854 is firmly a warm color, leaning into red and brown undertones rather than the cooler blue or purple bases found in berry shades. Its dusty, muted quality keeps it feeling approachable and grounded instead of aggressive or overly vibrant like a pure fire engine red.
Is #9c4854 readable on white or black?
#9c4854 has a 6.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.46:1 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.