#BEA096 Hex Color
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#bea096 is a dusty, unsaturated red that trades the intensity of bright crimson for a muted, earthy character. It serves as a sophisticated background for editorial layouts. Because black text offers an 8.7:1 contrast ratio, it remains highly readable. Use this hex code alongside dark charcoal to create a grounded, modern palette that avoids feeling washed out.
Questions about #bea096
What is #bea096 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bea096 is rgb(190, 160, 150), in HSL hsl(15, 24%, 67%) and in CMYK 0%, 16%, 21%, 25%.
What colors pair well with #bea096?
This dusty red pairs effectively with charcoal or deep espresso to create a grounded, modern palette that avoids feeling washed out. The muted nature of #bea096 allows it to serve as a neutral anchor without losing its inherent warmth.
Is #bea096 readable on white or black?
#bea096 has a 2.42:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.65:1 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.