#DA949A Hex Color

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This desaturated, dusty rose tone feels mellow and approachable. Because it is muted, #da949a functions well as a subtle background for editorial layouts. It provides excellent legibility for black text, easily passing WCAG accessibility standards for small body copy. Use this hex code to inject softness into energetic brand palettes that need a grounded, romantic counterpoint.

Questions about #da949a

What is #da949a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #da949a is rgb(218, 148, 154), in HSL hsl(355, 49%, 72%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 29%, 15%.
What design styles pair best with #da949a?
#da949a thrives in designs that require a grounded, romantic, or wellness-focused aesthetic without feeling too vibrant. It acts as an excellent neutralizer for high-energy brand palettes when paired with sage or deep navy accents.
Is #da949a readable on white or black?
#da949a has a 2.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.68:1 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.