#A25C62 Hex Color
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#a25c62 is a dusty, unsaturated red with a quiet, matte finish. Because of its muted intensity, it avoids the typical aggression of brighter reds, making it a sophisticated choice for backgrounds or supporting UI elements. It pairs well with soft creams and charcoal grays. White text remains perfectly legible against this shade, ensuring solid accessibility for body content.
Questions about #a25c62
What is #a25c62 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a25c62 is rgb(162, 92, 98), in HSL hsl(355, 28%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 43%, 40%, 36%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
What color palettes work best with #a25c62?
The muted intensity of #a25c62 pairs exceptionally well with creamy off-whites and dark charcoal grays. Combining it with these neutrals creates a balanced, sophisticated aesthetic that maintains high contrast and visual clarity for both web and mobile interfaces.
How does #a25c62 perform in UI design?
Because #a25c62 is unsaturated, it functions as a grounded, non-aggressive accent color that avoids the visual strain of bright primary reds. It works effectively for buttons or data visualization markers where you need a distinct presence without overwhelming the user interface.
Is #a25c62 readable on white or black?
#a25c62 has a 4.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.24:1 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.