#C0696F Hex Color
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This muted brick red feels grounded and mellow. Because of its dusty, unsaturated quality, the color brings a sense of calm warmth to rustic designs and traditional aesthetics. Use the hex code #c0696f as a sophisticated background or as a subtle accent to balance brighter, more energetic palettes.
Questions about #c0696f
What is #c0696f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c0696f is rgb(192, 105, 111), in HSL hsl(356, 41%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 45%, 42%, 25%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with this muted brick red?
This color pairs beautifully with soft creams, warm beiges, and deep charcoal grays to maintain its sophisticated, rustic feel. For a more vibrant contrast, try pairing it with muted sage greens or cool navy blues to balance the warmth.
Is this color considered warm or cool?
This brick red leans distinctly warm due to its strong red and brown undertones. Its dusty, unsaturated quality softens the intensity, making it feel mellow and grounded rather than harsh or overly energetic in a design layout.
Is #c0696f readable on white or black?
#c0696f has a 3.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.49:1 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.