#D1686B Hex Color
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This unsaturated terracotta red feels grounded and rustic rather than aggressive. Because it has a muted, brick-like quality, #d1686b works best as a supporting tone or warm accent rather than a dominant background. It pairs exceptionally well with cool, dark charcoals for a balanced, modern look. The hex code for this reddish, mellow shade is #d1686b, and it offers enough contrast for legible black text.
Questions about #d1686b
What is #d1686b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d1686b is rgb(209, 104, 107), in HSL hsl(358, 53%, 61%) and in CMYK 0%, 50%, 49%, 18%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with the rustic tone of #d1686b?
Is #d1686b suitable for text on a white background?
While #d1686b provides a distinct, readable appearance on white, it may fail standard accessibility contrast ratios for small body text. It is better utilized for large headings, UI accents, or decorative elements where the muted, earthy character can shine without compromising legibility.
Is #d1686b readable on white or black?
#d1686b has a 3.55:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.90:1 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.