#D9AAAA Hex Color
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#d9aaaa is a dusty, pastel red with a heavy, ashy undertone that mutes its innate warmth. Because of its extremely unsaturated nature, it works best as a soft, neutral background rather than a bold highlight. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate greys to create a sophisticated balance. Black text maintains excellent legibility against this hex code, making it a reliable choice for readable UI.
Questions about #d9aaaa
What is #d9aaaa in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d9aaaa is rgb(217, 170, 170), in HSL hsl(0, 38%, 76%) and in CMYK 0%, 22%, 22%, 15%.
What colors pair best with #d9aaaa in a UI design?
#d9aaaa works effectively with dark neutrals like charcoal or deep slate to ground its inherent lightness. Because this hex color is highly unsaturated, it functions as a reliable, readable background when styled with high-contrast text.
Is #d9aaaa considered a warm or cool tone?
Despite being a red hue, #d9aaaa reads as a cool, ashy neutral due to its high desaturation and muted undertones. This makes it a versatile choice for designers seeking a subtle, understated look rather than a vibrant pop of color.
Is #d9aaaa readable on white or black?
#d9aaaa has a 2.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 10.28:1 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.