#D3A6A8 Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
#d3a6a8 is an ashy, muted terracotta that feels gentle rather than aggressive. This pastel red lacks the intensity of primary shades, making it a reliable choice for soft backgrounds or youthful brand identities. Pair it with deep charcoal to ground its airy quality. Since this hex code offers strong contrast, it works well with black text for accessible, readable body content.
Questions about #d3a6a8
What is #d3a6a8 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d3a6a8 is rgb(211, 166, 168), in HSL hsl(357, 34%, 74%) and in CMYK 0%, 21%, 20%, 17%. Browse more shades of pink with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #d3a6a8?
This muted terracotta anchors beautifully when paired with deep charcoal for high contrast or soft creams for a monochromatic look. Because #d3a6a8 is desaturated, it avoids the intensity of primary reds, allowing it to act as a sophisticated, airy backdrop for lighter typography.
Is #d3a6a8 suitable for text usage?
Yes, #d3a6a8 offers enough contrast for readability when paired with dark, near-black text or deep neutrals. For the best accessibility results, test this specific hex code against your background to ensure it meets WCAG requirements for legible body content.
Is #d3a6a8 readable on white or black?
#d3a6a8 has a 2.14:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.78:1 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.