#AE6C93 Hex Color
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The hex code #ae6c93 is a muted, dusty magenta with a matte finish and restrained saturation. Its soft purple undertone creates a tender, understated mood for cosmetics, fashion, romance, and intimate products. Use it as a supporting tone beside cream or charcoal; black text reaches about 5.4:1 contrast, enough for WCAG AA body text.
Questions about #ae6c93
What is #ae6c93 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ae6c93 is rgb(174, 108, 147), in HSL hsl(325, 29%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 38%, 16%, 32%. Browse more shades of purple with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #ae6c93?
#ae6c93 pairs well with cream for a softer look and charcoal for stronger definition, while muted olive or warm brown can add contrast without making the palette feel harsh. Use it as a supporting color rather than the dominant field.
Is #ae6c93 readable on white or black?
#ae6c93 has a 3.91:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.36:1 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.