#9D4B3C Hex Color
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#9d4b3c is a muted, warm red with brown and terracotta undertones. Its moderate darkness gives layouts grounded energy, confidence, and rustic warmth without the sharpness of vivid red. Use it as a supporting tone beside navy or warm cream, or for autumn branding and food packaging. The hex code #9d4b3c supports clear white text at about 6:1 contrast.
Questions about #9d4b3c
What is #9d4b3c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9d4b3c is rgb(157, 75, 60), in HSL hsl(9, 45%, 43%) and in CMYK 0%, 52%, 62%, 38%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #9d4b3c?
The #9d4b3c hex color pairs well with navy, warm cream, and subdued neutrals because its terracotta base gains contrast from cooler or quieter partners without losing its grounded, autumnal character.
Does #9d4b3c read as a warm or cool color?
The #9d4b3c hex color reads as warm because its red base is softened by brown and terracotta undertones, giving it an earthy appearance instead of the crisp intensity associated with cooler, blue-leaning reds.
Where does #9d4b3c work best in a design?
The #9d4b3c hex color works best as a supporting accent for autumn branding, food packaging, editorial layouts, and warm interfaces, where its moderate darkness adds confidence and texture without the sharpness of vivid red.
Is #9d4b3c readable on white or black?
#9d4b3c has a 5.99:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.50:1 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.