#9E604C Hex Color
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#9e604c is a dusty, unsaturated red with a mellow, matte finish. Because it lacks the intensity of standard reds, it functions best as a supporting tone or textured accent rather than a dominant background. This shade pairs well with muted teal for a grounded, earthy look. The hex code #9e604c provides enough contrast for white body text to remain legible in UI designs.
Questions about #9e604c
What is #9e604c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9e604c is rgb(158, 96, 76), in HSL hsl(15, 35%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 39%, 52%, 38%.
What colors pair well with #9e604c?
Because #9e604c is an unsaturated, dusty red, it works best with cooler, muted tones that provide a balanced contrast. Specifically, pairing it with a muted teal or a soft sage green creates a natural, grounded aesthetic that feels sophisticated rather than overly vibrant.
Is #9e604c suitable for UI body text?
Yes, #9e604c offers sufficient contrast against a standard white background for readability, making it a reliable choice for UI text that needs to feel softer than pure black or charcoal. Always verify specific contrast ratios if your text size is smaller than 16px.
Is #9e604c readable on white or black?
#9e604c has a 4.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.23:1 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.