#D2B7B4 Hex Color
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This dusty, pale rose leans toward a desaturated grey, offering a muted take on traditional red. It lacks the aggression of pure red, favoring a delicate, airy quality that works well in minimalist UI backgrounds. Pair #d2b7b4 with charcoal grey text to ensure readability, as it creates enough contrast to stand out without feeling stark. This hex code is best used as a soft, supporting neutral.
Questions about #d2b7b4
What is #d2b7b4 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d2b7b4 is rgb(210, 183, 180), in HSL hsl(6, 25%, 76%) and in CMYK 0%, 13%, 14%, 18%.
What colors pair well with #d2b7b4?
#d2b7b4 pairs best with charcoal or deep slate tones for readability in UI design. Because this hex color is a desaturated, airy rose, it also works harmoniously alongside soft creams, warm beiges, and muted olive greens.
Is #d2b7b4 considered a warm or cool color?
#d2b7b4 sits in a neutral middle ground due to its strong desaturated grey base. While it contains red pigments, the grey undertone strips away the aggression of a standard rose, resulting in a balanced, versatile neutral.
Is #d2b7b4 readable on white or black?
#d2b7b4 has a 1.87:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.17:1 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.