#DB9584 Hex Color
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Reach for #db9584 when a design needs warmth without loudness. This pastel red carries a dusty clay undertone, so it reads mellow instead of bold. It works well as a supporting tone or a soft background for spring and baby themes, and black text stays readable on it at about 8.6:1 contrast. Pair it with deep teal for balance, or browse other shades of pink for close alternatives.
Questions about #db9584
What is #db9584 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #db9584 is rgb(219, 149, 132), in HSL hsl(12, 55%, 69%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 40%, 14%.
What colors pair well with #db9584?
Deep teal and dark navy give #db9584 the contrast it lacks on its own, while olive grounds its warm clay undertone. Avoid pale grays, which wash it out.
Does #db9584 read warm or cool?
It reads warm. The red base sits close to orange on the wheel, and its clay-like undertone pushes it toward terracotta rather than true pink.
Is #db9584 readable on white or black?
#db9584 has a 2.42:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.64:1 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.