#DB9394 Hex Color
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#db9394 is a soft, dusty red with a warm pink undertone. Its low saturation keeps it mellow, so it reads gentle instead of bold. The hex code #db9394 works best as a background or large field in spring themes, baby products, and romantic branding. Next to white it can look washed out, so ground it with deeper tones like navy or charcoal.
Questions about #db9394
What is #db9394 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #db9394 is rgb(219, 147, 148), in HSL hsl(359, 50%, 72%) and in CMYK 0%, 33%, 32%, 14%.
What colors pair well with #db9394?
Deeper tones like navy, charcoal, or plum give this soft red contrast and structure. For a lighter palette, try sage green or cream, which flatter its warm undertone.
Is #db9394 readable on white or black?
#db9394 has a 2.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.61:1 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.