#B27778 Hex Color
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Reach for the hex code #b27778 when a design needs red without the volume. This muted, dusty shade sits mid-light with gray undertones, so it reads soft rather than bold. It works best as a supporting tone, since black text clears WCAG AA on it at about 5.8:1 contrast. Deep navy or olive brings out its warmth.
Questions about #b27778
What is #b27778 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b27778 is rgb(178, 119, 120), in HSL hsl(359, 28%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 33%, 30%.
What colors pair well with #b27778?
What mood does #b27778 convey in a design?
It reads warm and mellow rather than urgent. Heavy gray in the mix tames the energy of red, so it suits romance themes, food packaging, and understated brand accents.
Is #b27778 readable on white or black?
#b27778 has a 3.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.80:1 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.