#DB6C6C Hex Color
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The hex code #db6c6c is a warm, mellow red with softened saturation and a dusty coral undertone. Its medium-light value brings approachable energy to food, romance, sales, and sports branding without the force of vivid scarlet. Use it as a supporting tone or bold accent, and pair it with black text for accessible small copy at about 6.4:1 contrast.
Questions about #db6c6c
What is #db6c6c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #db6c6c is rgb(219, 108, 108), in HSL hsl(0, 61%, 64%) and in CMYK 0%, 51%, 51%, 14%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #db6c6c?
Does #db6c6c read as a warm or cool color?
The hex code #db6c6c reads warm rather than cool because its red base carries a softened coral cast, while moderate saturation and medium-light value keep the result mellow instead of fiery. It feels approachable in broad areas but can lose impact beside bright white.
Is #db6c6c readable on white or black?
#db6c6c has a 3.29:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.37:1 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.