#BD7667 Hex Color
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#bd7667 is a dusty, unsaturated red with a dry, earthy quality. This mellow tone avoids the aggression of bright red, making it an excellent choice for a supporting accent color rather than a dominant background. It pairs well with slate grays or deep charcoal. Because it offers strong contrast against black text, this hex code works reliably for legible, understated interface elements.
Questions about #bd7667
What is #bd7667 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bd7667 is rgb(189, 118, 103), in HSL hsl(10, 39%, 57%) and in CMYK 0%, 38%, 46%, 26%.
What makes #bd7667 a good choice for user interface design?
The #bd7667 hex color strikes a balance between warmth and neutrality, offering enough contrast against black or deep charcoal text to remain legible. It functions as a stable, understated accent that avoids the visual aggression often associated with brighter, more saturated reds.
Which colors pair best with the earthy tone of #bd7667?
This shade thrives when placed against cool neutrals to ground its inherent warmth. It creates a balanced, professional palette when paired with slate grays or deep charcoal, allowing the color to stand out without feeling overwhelming or out of place in a modern layout.
Is #bd7667 readable on white or black?
#bd7667 has a 3.52:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.95:1 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.