#A52E62 Hex Color

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Dark and saturated, #a52e62 is a warm pink with strong red and berry undertones. Its rich, somewhat muted depth brings energy, romance, and mystery to branding, fashion, cosmetics, and calls to action. Use it as a focused accent or dark background, where white text remains highly readable. The hex code is #a52e62.

Questions about #a52e62

What is #a52e62 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a52e62 is rgb(165, 46, 98), in HSL hsl(334, 56%, 41%) and in CMYK 0%, 72%, 41%, 35%.
What colors pair well with #a52e62?
#a52e62 pairs well with white, cream, blush, charcoal, and muted sage, letting you shift from bright contrast to a softer, more grounded palette. Light neutrals keep it elegant, while charcoal deepens its dramatic feel.
Does #a52e62 read as a warm or cool color?
#a52e62 reads as a warm color because its red and berry undertones outweigh the cooler influence of pink. Its saturated, dark value conveys confidence, romance, and mystery, making it effective for beauty, fashion, and expressive editorial designs.
Is #a52e62 readable on white or black?
#a52e62 has a 6.63:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.16:1 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.