#C29796 Hex Color
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#c29796 is a dusty, unsaturated red with a gentle, ashy quality. It lacks the intensity of primary red, making it a muted, approachable tone for branding or UI backgrounds. Because it offers strong contrast against black text, it works well for readable body copy. Pair this shade with deep charcoal or slate greys to keep the palette grounded, as it can appear washed out against pure white.
Questions about #c29796
What is #c29796 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c29796 is rgb(194, 151, 150), in HSL hsl(1, 27%, 67%) and in CMYK 0%, 22%, 23%, 24%.
Does #c29796 read as a warm or cool tone?
#c29796 acts as a bridge between warm and cool, leaning toward a muted earth tone. Because it is highly desaturated and ashy, it avoids the aggressive heat of a true red, making it feel more like a neutral blush or terracotta-tinted gray.
What colors pair best with #c29796 in a design?
Use deep, cool neutrals like charcoal or slate to ground the softness of #c29796 and prevent it from appearing washed out. You can also pair it with soft cream or warm off-white for a subtle, monochromatic aesthetic that feels organic and inviting.
Is #c29796 suitable for use with black text?
Yes, #c29796 works well as a background for black or very dark grey text, provided the contrast ratio is checked for accessibility. Its muted, ashy nature creates a softer readability experience than stark white backgrounds while still maintaining clear legibility.
Is #c29796 readable on white or black?
#c29796 has a 2.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.16:1 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.