#9C7374 Hex Color

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This dusty, muted red has a distinctly ashy quality that pulls it away from traditional, bold crimson tones. Because it is highly unsaturated, #9c7374 works best as a supporting accent rather than a dominant base. Pair it with soft, warm charcoal grays for a grounded palette. Black text maintains excellent legibility against this shade, making it a reliable choice for readable, understated interface details.

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What is #9c7374 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?

In RGB, #9c7374 is rgb(156, 115, 116), in HSL hsl(359, 17%, 53%) and in CMYK 0%, 26%, 26%, 39%.

What colors pair best with #9c7374 for a balanced design?

#9c7374 works effectively when paired with charcoal or soft slate grays, which allow its muted, rose-like quality to stand out without competing for attention. Using darker, neutral tones creates a grounded look that makes this specific shade feel intentional and sophisticated.

Is #9c7374 readable on white or black?

#9c7374 has a 4.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.11:1 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.

#9C7374 Hex Color

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