#B3687A Hex Color

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This dusty, unsaturated pink feels grounded and mature rather than saccharine. With a matte quality that works well in fashion and branding, it provides a softer alternative to bolder shades. The hex code #b3687a pairs unexpectedly well with deep charcoal or muted olive greens. Because it maintains strong legibility against dark text, it serves as an effective background or supporting tone in UI design.

Questions about #b3687a

What is #b3687a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b3687a is rgb(179, 104, 122), in HSL hsl(346, 33%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 42%, 32%, 30%. Browse more shades of pink with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with the #b3687a dusty pink?
#b3687a works best when balanced against high-contrast, neutral tones. It pairs exceptionally well with deep charcoal for text or structure, while muted olive greens bring out its natural, earthy undertones for a balanced and professional palette.
Is #b3687a readable on white or black?
#b3687a has a 4.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.17:1 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.