#C89EA9 Hex Color
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This dusty, unsaturated rose leans into warm, ashy undertones rather than bright candy pinks. Because it lacks intensity, #c89ea9 works best as a neutral, supporting tone in palettes rather than a dominant background. It pairs effectively with deep charcoal or slate greys for a balanced, modern look. The hex code is #c89ea9, which provides enough contrast against black text for accessible body copy.
Questions about #c89ea9
What is #c89ea9 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c89ea9 is rgb(200, 158, 169), in HSL hsl(344, 28%, 70%) and in CMYK 0%, 21%, 16%, 22%.
What colors pair well with #c89ea9?
Is #c89ea9 considered a warm or cool color?
The color #c89ea9 leans into warm, ashy undertones rather than bright candy pinks. Its lack of high intensity makes it an excellent choice for designers seeking a sophisticated, earthy aesthetic rather than a vibrant or high-energy look.
Is #c89ea9 readable on white or black?
#c89ea9 has a 2.35:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.91:1 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.