#DF838A Hex Color
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This muted red offers a mellow warmth perfect for branding or secondary web accents. Because of its dusty saturation, it avoids the harshness of primary red tones. The hex code for this color is #df838a. It pairs effectively with dark charcoal greys to create visual balance. Because it maintains a 7.8:1 contrast ratio against black, this shade is an accessible choice for legible body text.
Questions about #df838a
What is #df838a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #df838a is rgb(223, 131, 138), in HSL hsl(355, 59%, 69%) and in CMYK 0%, 41%, 38%, 13%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with #df838a?
This muted red creates sophisticated visual balance when paired with deep charcoal or dark slate greys. Using it against neutrals allows the dusty warmth of #df838a to stand out without overpowering your design, keeping the overall aesthetic grounded and readable.
Is #df838a readable on white or black?
#df838a has a 2.70:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.75:1 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.