#B48B88 Hex Color
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This dusty, desaturated mauve sits on the edge of earthy and romantic. Because it is so muted, #b48b88 functions best as a supporting tone rather than a dominant base. It pairs effectively with deep charcoals or slate blues, which help ground its washed-out warmth. Use black text for accessibility, as it provides the necessary contrast against this light background. The hex code for this shade is #b48b88.
Questions about #b48b88
What is #b48b88 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b48b88 is rgb(180, 139, 136), in HSL hsl(4, 23%, 62%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 24%, 29%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #b48b88?
#b48b88 works most effectively when grounded by high-contrast, dark neutrals. Pair this dusty mauve with deep charcoal or slate blues to balance its inherent warmth, creating a sophisticated palette that feels both grounded and romantic.
Is #b48b88 suitable for text usage?
While #b48b88 serves well as a background or accent, it lacks sufficient contrast for use as primary body text. Always ensure you layer dark, high-contrast text like black or very deep brown over this shade to maintain accessibility and readability.
Is #b48b88 readable on white or black?
#b48b88 has a 3.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.98:1 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.