#B48C8C Hex Color
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An ashy, unsaturated red, #b48c8c feels dusty and tempered rather than aggressive. Because of its low chroma, this shade avoids the common pitfalls of bright red, making it a reliable choice for muted palettes. It works best as a supporting tone rather than a main background. Pair it with dark slate grays for a sophisticated contrast. The hex code for this dusty red is #b48c8c.
Questions about #b48c8c
What is #b48c8c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b48c8c is rgb(180, 140, 140), in HSL hsl(0, 21%, 63%) and in CMYK 0%, 22%, 22%, 29%.
What colors pair best with #b48c8c?
#b48c8c works best when contrasted against deep, neutral tones to ground its dusty character. Pair this shade with charcoal or deep slate grays to create a sophisticated balance that keeps the design feeling anchored rather than washed out.
Is #b48c8c considered a warm or cool color?
While #b48c8c is technically a red, its low saturation and dusty quality shift it away from a traditional warm intensity. It acts as a neutral-leaning red, making it versatile for modern interfaces that need warmth without being aggressive or overwhelming.
Is #b48c8c readable on white or black?
#b48c8c has a 2.97:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.07:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.