#D7707D Hex Color
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#d7707d is an unsaturated, dusty red that feels approachable rather than aggressive. Because it lacks the intensity of a primary red, this shade works well as a subtle accent or a primary background in modern interfaces. It pairs effectively with deep charcoal or muted navy. The hex code for this color is #d7707d, which offers enough contrast for black text to remain legible.
Questions about #d7707d
What is #d7707d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d7707d is rgb(215, 112, 125), in HSL hsl(352, 56%, 64%) and in CMYK 0%, 48%, 42%, 16%.
What color combinations work best with #d7707d?
Because #d7707d is a muted, unsaturated red, it relies on high contrast to stand out effectively. It pairs exceptionally well with deep charcoal for text or muted navy for backgrounds, creating a sophisticated, professional look that avoids the harshness of a primary red.
Is #d7707d suitable for user interface design?
Yes, #d7707d provides enough contrast against off-white backgrounds to remain legible, making it an excellent choice for interface buttons or soft highlighting. Its lack of aggressive intensity helps it maintain a sense of calm, unlike more vibrant shades which can strain eyes over long durations.
Is #d7707d readable on white or black?
#d7707d has a 3.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.50:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.