#AE6A61 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated red has a muted character that feels approachable rather than aggressive. Because it sits on the warmer side of the spectrum, #ae6a61 works well as a supporting background element rather than a dominant color. Pair it with deep charcoals for a modern, grounded contrast. The hex code for this mellow, matte shade is #ae6a61, which provides enough contrast for black body text.
Questions about #ae6a61
What is #ae6a61 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ae6a61 is rgb(174, 106, 97), in HSL hsl(7, 32%, 53%) and in CMYK 0%, 39%, 44%, 32%.
What colors pair best with #ae6a61?
#ae6a61 works exceptionally well when contrasted against deep, neutral tones. Pairing it with charcoal or dark slate provides a grounded, modern look, while pairing it with soft creams or warm beiges enhances its dusty, vintage character for a cohesive palette.
Is #ae6a61 readable on white or black?
#ae6a61 has a 4.17:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.03:1 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.