#D89D8C Hex Color
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A muted, dusty terracotta with grey undertones, #d89d8c offers a mellow alternative to standard pastel reds. It functions best as a dominant base color, providing a calm backdrop for high-contrast typography. With a 9.1:1 contrast ratio against black text, small body copy remains highly readable. Apply the hex code #d89d8c in lifestyle branding where a gentle, approachable warmth is required.
Questions about #d89d8c
What is #d89d8c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d89d8c is rgb(216, 157, 140), in HSL hsl(13, 49%, 70%) and in CMYK 0%, 27%, 35%, 15%.
What colors pair best with the muted tone of #d89d8c?
#d89d8c works exceptionally well when balanced against deep, neutral tones like charcoal or soft off-white backgrounds. These pairings ground the dusty terracotta, preventing it from appearing too flat and ensuring the warmth remains approachable rather than overwhelming.
Is #d89d8c suitable for use as body text on a website?
While #d89d8c can be used for large headers or accent elements, it is generally too light for small body text. Pair it with a darker, high-contrast color like espresso or charcoal to maintain readability standards and visual comfort.
Is #d89d8c readable on white or black?
#d89d8c has a 2.30:1 contrast ratio on white and 9.12:1 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.