#D38E8A Hex Color
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The hex code #d38e8a defines a pastel, unsaturated warm red with soft pink and earthy brown undertones. Its mellow lightness creates a gentle, youthful mood while retaining enough red for romance or energy. Use it as a spring-inspired background or supporting brand tone, though it can look washed out beside white. Black text reaches about 8.0:1 contrast.
Questions about #d38e8a
What is #d38e8a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d38e8a is rgb(211, 142, 138), in HSL hsl(3, 45%, 68%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 35%, 17%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #d38e8a?
#d38e8a pairs well with charcoal, deep green, and warm cream because its muted warmth benefits from darker contrast or restrained light neutrals. Use charcoal for text, deep green for a grounded accent, and cream when you want a softer palette.
Is #d38e8a readable on white or black?
#d38e8a has a 2.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.00:1 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.