#DE7582 Hex Color
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#de7582 is a muted, warm reddish tone that feels approachable and mellow. Because of its desaturated character, use this color as a soft accent rather than a dominant background. It pairs unexpectedly well with deep charcoal grays for a modern, sophisticated look. For maximum readability, ensure you use black text over the hex code #de7582, as it meets contrast standards for body text.
Questions about #de7582
What is #de7582 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #de7582 is rgb(222, 117, 130), in HSL hsl(353, 61%, 66%) and in CMYK 0%, 47%, 41%, 13%.
How should #de7582 be used in a color scheme?
Use #de7582 primarily as a soft accent rather than a dominant background color to maintain visual clarity and interest. Because of its specific muted tone, it works best for buttons, icons, or secondary headings where you want a hint of warmth that does not strain the eyes.
Which colors pair best with #de7582?
The muted, desaturated character of #de7582 pairs beautifully with deep charcoal or slate grays for a sophisticated, modern aesthetic. For a warmer palette, consider grounding this red against cream or soft beige tones to maintain its approachable and mellow quality without overwhelming the visual balance.
Is #de7582 readable on white or black?
#de7582 has a 3.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.97:1 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.