#D2B5B4 Hex Color

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#d2b5b4 is a light, dusty red with low saturation and ashy gray undertones. Its softened warmth suggests romance and care without the urgency of vivid red. Use it as a supporting tone in branding, packaging, or soft UI backgrounds, paired with navy or charcoal. Black text stays highly legible, with about 11:1 contrast. The hex code is #d2b5b4.

Questions about #d2b5b4

What is #d2b5b4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d2b5b4 is rgb(210, 181, 180), in HSL hsl(2, 25%, 76%) and in CMYK 0%, 14%, 14%, 18%. Browse more shades of gray with names and hex codes.
Does #d2b5b4 read as warm or cool?
#d2b5b4 reads as a softly warm, muted red because its dusty rose base is tempered by ashy gray undertones. It feels caring and romantic rather than vivid or urgent, making it useful as a supporting background or accent.
What colors pair well with #d2b5b4?
#d2b5b4 pairs well with navy or charcoal, which ground its soft warmth and create clear contrast. Use white for a light, airy palette, or deeper red accents for a warmer, more intimate feel.
Is #d2b5b4 readable on white or black?
#d2b5b4 has a 1.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.00:1 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.