#9E746D Hex Color
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The hex code #9e746d is a muted, dusty red with warm brown and ashy undertones. Its low saturation gives designs a mellow, understated feel, while the red base adds restrained energy and passion. Use it as a supporting tone in branding, romance, or food layouts, paired with cream or deep navy. Black text reads clearly on this color.
Questions about #9e746d
What is #9e746d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9e746d is rgb(158, 116, 109), in HSL hsl(9, 20%, 52%) and in CMYK 0%, 27%, 31%, 38%.
What colors pair well with #9e746d?
Does #9e746d look warm or cool?
#9e746d reads as a warm, muted red because its red base is softened by brown and ashy undertones, while its low saturation keeps the warmth restrained rather than bright or fiery. It works well when a design needs softness without losing a sense of warmth.
Is #9e746d readable on white or black?
#9e746d has a 4.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.17:1 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.