#D18F80 Hex Color

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This muted, dusty red creates a soft and approachable aesthetic for branding or UI backgrounds. Because it is unsaturated and warm, #d18f80 avoids the aggression of brighter reds, offering a gentle alternative for spring-themed designs. Pair it with charcoal greys or deep teals for a sophisticated balance. The hex code for this shade is #d18f80, which offers high contrast for black text in small body sizes.

Questions about #d18f80

What is #d18f80 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d18f80 is rgb(209, 143, 128), in HSL hsl(11, 47%, 66%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 39%, 18%.
What colors pair well with #d18f80?
This muted red works beautifully with charcoal for strong, sophisticated contrast or teal for a balanced, complementary scheme. Using neutral creams or soft off-whites also allows the warmth of #d18f80 to stand out without feeling overly aggressive or vibrant.
Does #d18f80 read as a warm or cool color?
#d18f80 is distinctly warm, rooted in the red and orange spectrum, yet it maintains a desaturated, dusty quality that softens its intensity. It avoids the harshness of bright primary reds, making it an ideal choice for welcoming and calm visual designs.
Is #d18f80 readable on white or black?
#d18f80 has a 2.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.95:1 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.