#C28285 Hex Color
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A dusty, unsaturated rose, #c28285 balances a warm red hue with a muted, ashy quality. It lacks the aggression of pure red, making it a sophisticated choice for backgrounds or branding where energy needs to feel grounded. Pair this hex code with dark charcoals to maximize legibility, as its mid-tone value sits comfortably against high-contrast text.
Questions about #c28285
What is #c28285 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c28285 is rgb(194, 130, 133), in HSL hsl(357, 34%, 64%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 31%, 24%.
How do I best use #c28285 in my designs?
Use #c28285 as a primary accent against neutral, dark backgrounds like charcoal to ensure the text remains legible while maintaining its subtle, sophisticated character. Its muted nature keeps it from feeling too intense for professional branding applications.
Does #c28285 have a warm or cool undertone?
While derived from red, #c28285 reads as a warm neutral because of its high degree of desaturation and ashy, gray undertones. This prevents it from appearing overly vibrant, allowing it to sit comfortably alongside earthy tones like terracotta.
Is #c28285 readable on white or black?
#c28285 has a 3.07:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.82:1 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.