#D7A5BD Hex Color

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#d7a5bd is a light, dusty pink with warm mauve undertones and very low saturation. Its mellow finish suggests softness and tenderness, making it useful for spring branding, cosmetics, baby products, and romance-focused designs. Use the hex code #d7a5bd as a supporting tone or background; black text provides about 10:1 contrast for accessible reading.

Questions about #d7a5bd

What is #d7a5bd in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d7a5bd is rgb(215, 165, 189), in HSL hsl(331, 38%, 75%) and in CMYK 0%, 23%, 12%, 16%.
What colors pair well with #d7a5bd?
#d7a5bd pairs well with charcoal, burgundy, muted sage, and warm cream, which balance its dusty pink base without overpowering the soft mauve undertone while adding enough depth for borders, headings, or accents. Use darker partners for text and cream or white for gentle, low-contrast surfaces.
Does #d7a5bd look warm or cool?
#d7a5bd reads as a warm-leaning pink because its muted mauve undertones carry more red and violet warmth than a blue-based pink, while its low saturation keeps the effect subdued rather than sugary or vivid. That restraint gives it a tender, calm feel suited to cosmetics, spring palettes, and soft romantic layouts.
Is #d7a5bd readable on white or black?
#d7a5bd has a 2.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.00:1 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.