#A15960 Hex Color

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A dusty, muted red, #a15960 feels grounded and dim rather than aggressive. Because it is highly unsaturated, this color works best as a supporting background element or a secondary tone in branding rather than a primary accent. It offers enough contrast for legible white text, making it a reliable choice for readable UI components. Pair it with soft, cool grays to keep the composition from feeling too heavy.

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What is #a15960 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?

In RGB, #a15960 is rgb(161, 89, 96), in HSL hsl(354, 29%, 49%) and in CMYK 0%, 45%, 40%, 37%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.

Which colors pair naturally with #a15960?

This muted red sits best alongside soft, neutral colors that allow it to anchor the composition without competing for attention. Using it with a cool charcoal or a light, crisp cream helps balance the warmth while maintaining a sophisticated, clean aesthetic for your layout.

Is #a15960 readable on white or black?

#a15960 has a 5.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.11:1 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.

#A15960 Hex Color

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