#D6B5A7 Hex Color
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This dusty peach tone feels muted and approachable, carrying a distinct ashy undertone that prevents it from looking overly sweet. Because #d6b5a7 is highly desaturated, it functions well as a grounding neutral in place of stark white or beige. Pair this hex code with deep charcoal or slate blue to anchor its softness, but avoid using it for fine text where contrast might struggle.
Questions about #d6b5a7
What is #d6b5a7 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d6b5a7 is rgb(214, 181, 167), in HSL hsl(18, 36%, 75%) and in CMYK 0%, 15%, 22%, 16%.
What colors pair best with #d6b5a7?
Is #d6b5a7 suitable for text in website design?
Avoid using #d6b5a7 for fine text or body copy because it lacks sufficient contrast against white or light backgrounds. It performs best as a background color, an accent shape, or for large headings where it can provide a gentle, modern, and readable presence.
Is #d6b5a7 readable on white or black?
#d6b5a7 has a 1.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 11.02:1 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.