#DE9292 Hex Color
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This dusty rose is an unsaturated, warm red that feels approachable rather than aggressive. Because of its muted character, it works well as a background color for branding or UI designs requiring a gentle touch. Pair #de9292 with deep charcoal or slate grays for a balanced look. The hex code #de9292 offers high legibility with black text, making it a functional choice for clean typography.
Questions about #de9292
What is #de9292 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #de9292 is rgb(222, 146, 146), in HSL hsl(0, 54%, 72%) and in CMYK 0%, 34%, 34%, 13%.
What colors pair best with #de9292 in UI design?
#de9292 works exceptionally well when balanced against deep neutral tones like charcoal or slate gray. These darker shades provide the necessary grounding and contrast, ensuring the muted rose remains the primary focus without feeling washed out or overly saccharine.
Is #de9292 readable on white or black?
#de9292 has a 2.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 8.63:1 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.