#C09485 Hex Color
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A muted, dusty red with soft orange undertones, #c09485 has a warm, ashy finish. The hex code #c09485 creates a gentle, youthful mood suited to spring palettes, baby products, romance, and food branding. Use it as a supporting tone beside deep navy or espresso. Black text reads clearly on this color, making it practical for accessible UI backgrounds.
Questions about #c09485
What is #c09485 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c09485 is rgb(192, 148, 133), in HSL hsl(15, 32%, 64%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 31%, 25%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #c09485?
#c09485 pairs well with deep navy, espresso brown, cream, and soft blush, balancing its muted red base while preserving the warmth of its soft orange undertone in coordinated palettes for branding and interfaces. Use darker pairings for contrast and pale neutrals for a softer look.
Is #c09485 a warm or cool color?
#c09485 reads as a warm color because its dusty red base carries soft orange undertones, though its muted, ashy finish keeps that warmth restrained and prevents it from feeling overly bright or intense. It suits spring-inspired designs, romantic layouts, and gentle packaging.
Is #c09485 suitable for text or UI backgrounds?
#c09485 works well as a light, warm background with black text, which generally provides clearer readability than light text on the same surface for interfaces and graphic layouts with sufficient contrast. Verify the contrast ratio at your chosen text size before using it for small or essential interface text.
Is #c09485 readable on white or black?
#c09485 has a 2.68:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.81:1 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.