#B76C77 Hex Color
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This dusty, muted red possesses a matte quality that feels grounded and restrained rather than aggressive. Because it is highly unsaturated, #b76c77 works best as a supporting tone in a palette, particularly alongside slate blue or cream. It provides enough contrast to support small black body text, making it a reliable choice for readable, understated interface backgrounds.
Questions about #b76c77
What is #b76c77 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b76c77 is rgb(183, 108, 119), in HSL hsl(351, 34%, 57%) and in CMYK 0%, 41%, 35%, 28%. Browse more shades of pink with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #b76c77 in a design scheme?
#b76c77 works most effectively when balanced against neutral, cool-toned companions. Pairing it with slate blue provides a sophisticated contrast, while cream or soft off-white tones prevent the muted red from feeling too heavy or claustrophobic in smaller spaces.
Is #b76c77 suitable for body text or interface elements?
#b76c77 provides sufficient contrast against light backgrounds to serve as readable body text, though it is often better utilized as a secondary accent. It maintains a professional, restrained aesthetic that keeps interfaces looking clean rather than overly saturated or energetic.
Is #b76c77 readable on white or black?
#b76c77 has a 3.87:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.42:1 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.