#C7A9B6 Hex Color
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The #c7a9b6 hex code creates a light, dusty pink with ashy mauve undertones and very low saturation. Its softened lightness suggests tenderness, politeness, and quiet charm without feeling sugary. Use it as a supporting tone in cosmetics, fashion, romance, or intimate product palettes; black text reads clearly, while white can look washed out.
Questions about #c7a9b6
What is #c7a9b6 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c7a9b6 is rgb(199, 169, 182), in HSL hsl(334, 21%, 72%) and in CMYK 0%, 15%, 9%, 22%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #c7a9b6?
Deep charcoal and muted burgundy pair well with #c7a9b6, giving its pale, ashy pink enough contrast and weight for readable layouts and richer accents in fashion, cosmetics, and romance packaging.
Is #c7a9b6 suitable for text backgrounds?
Yes, #c7a9b6 supports black body text at about a 9.8:1 contrast ratio, comfortably above WCAG AA's 4.5:1 requirement for normal text, while white text lacks enough contrast for reliable small-type readability. Use it as a light surface with dark type.
Is #c7a9b6 readable on white or black?
#c7a9b6 has a 2.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.77:1 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.