#9F6B6B Hex Color
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#9f6b6b is a muted, dusty red with an ashy character. Unlike intense reds, this shade feels calm and understated, making it a reliable neutral base for design layouts. Because it offers enough contrast for black text, you can use it for small body copy without legibility issues. It pairs well with dark slate grays to balance its warmth. The hex code is #9f6b6b.
Questions about #9f6b6b
What is #9f6b6b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9f6b6b is rgb(159, 107, 107), in HSL hsl(0, 21%, 52%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 33%, 38%.
What colors pair well with #9f6b6b?
#9f6b6b pairs beautifully with deep charcoal or slate grays, which help ground its inherent warmth. For a more sophisticated palette, try combining this dusty red with creamy off-whites or muted earth tones to maintain a professional, calm aesthetic across your design.
Can #9f6b6b be used for body text?
Yes, #9f6b6b provides sufficient contrast for standard body text, especially when set against lighter, neutral backgrounds. It offers a softer, more approachable alternative to pure black while maintaining excellent readability for small, dense blocks of copy in your digital layouts.
Is #9f6b6b readable on white or black?
#9f6b6b has a 4.38:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.78:1 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.