#AF6C75 Hex Color
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The hex code #af6c75 is a muted, warm red with dusty rose and mauve undertones. Its matte, unsaturated look brings understated energy to branding, romance, and editorial layouts. Use it as a supporting tone or broad background, though it can look muddy beside dull neutrals. Black text reaches about 5.2:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #af6c75
What is #af6c75 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #af6c75 is rgb(175, 108, 117), in HSL hsl(352, 30%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 38%, 33%, 31%.
What colors pair well with #af6c75?
#af6c75 pairs well with cream, charcoal, and muted sage, adding structure while preserving its dusty warmth in brand palettes and packaging; cream suits spacious layouts, charcoal supports readable type, and sage creates softer natural contrast.
Does #af6c75 read as warm or cool?
#af6c75 reads warm because its red base carries a muted rose cast rather than blue or violet undertones. Its moderate lightness and low saturation soften the heat, giving it a calm, dusty character instead of a bright or aggressive one.
Is #af6c75 readable on white or black?
#af6c75 has a 4.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.22:1 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.