#B56263 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted brick red feels grounded and mellow rather than aggressive. Because it is desaturated and matte, #b56263 works best as a supporting accent or a warm background element rather than a primary shade. It pairs beautifully with charcoal grays for a sophisticated, earthy contrast. With sufficient contrast for black text, it serves as a readable, stable choice for UI elements or branding materials that require a traditional aesthetic.
Questions about #b56263
What is #b56263 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b56263 is rgb(181, 98, 99), in HSL hsl(359, 36%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 46%, 45%, 29%.
What colors pair well with #b56263?
#b56263 works exceptionally well when paired with charcoal or deep slate grays to ground its reddish warmth. For a more vibrant, natural palette, consider balancing it against soft cream tones or muted olive greens to maintain its sophisticated, earthy aesthetic.
Is #b56263 readable on white or black?
#b56263 has a 4.29:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.89:1 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.