#B37374 Hex Color
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Muted and warm, #b37374 is a dusty red with low saturation and a matte, mellow finish. Its softened intensity suggests understated passion rather than urgency, making it useful for branding, romance, food packaging, and supporting UI elements. Pair it with charcoal or deep navy for definition; black text reaches about 5.6:1 contrast, suitable for WCAG AA body text. The hex code is #b37374.
Questions about #b37374
What is #b37374 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b37374 is rgb(179, 115, 116), in HSL hsl(359, 30%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 36%, 35%, 30%.
What colors pair well with #b37374?
Dark neutrals and deep navy pair well with #b37374, adding crisp definition without overpowering its muted warmth; pale neutrals keep the palette gentle, while deeper red accents reinforce its romantic, understated character.
Is #b37374 a warm or cool color?
#b37374 reads as a warm, muted red because its red base outweighs its blue component, while low saturation softens the result into an intimate, calm mood rather than a bright or urgent one.
Is #b37374 readable on white or black?
#b37374 has a 3.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.62:1 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.