#9C6C68 Hex Color
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Bleak and dusty, #9c6c68 is a muted, warm reddish tone. This shade offers an ashy quality that brings a sense of calm understatement to design projects. It works well for backgrounds or supporting elements where you need to avoid high-energy saturation. Artists use this hex code to create a soft, mellow aesthetic that feels grounded and approachable in modern layouts.
Questions about #9c6c68
What is #9c6c68 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9c6c68 is rgb(156, 108, 104), in HSL hsl(5, 21%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 31%, 33%, 39%.
What colors pair well with this muted reddish tone?
This color shines alongside cool neutrals like slate gray or soft sage green, which balance its inherent warmth. For a more sophisticated palette, try pairing it with deep charcoal or creamy off-white to let its subtle, ashy character take center stage.
Is this color warm or cool?
It is distinctly a warm color, though its dusty, desaturated quality makes it feel restrained rather than aggressive. The underlying red pigments provide that inviting heat, while the muted, earthy finish keeps it from feeling overly vibrant or overwhelming to the eye.
Is #9c6c68 readable on white or black?
#9c6c68 has a 4.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.75:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.