Carafe
Carafe is a muted, gray-leaning red shade with the hex code #5d473a. A muted tone of Red. Start with Red pigment and mix in gray, or a touch of its complementary color, to soften it. It reads at a 8.6:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.4:1 on black, so light text sits on top of it best.
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Carafe color FAQ
What is the carafe hex code?
The hex code for Carafe is #5D473A. Against white it measures 8.6:1 contrast (AAA), and against black 2.4:1 (Fail).
What colors go with carafe?
Colors that pair well with Carafe include Restless Sea, Embarcadero, Tǔ Hēi Black, Sharknado, Violet Shadow. Complementary colors sit opposite it on the color wheel for contrast; analogous colors sit beside it for a calmer, harmonious look.
How do I find carafe color palettes?
Browse the palettes featuring Carafe above, each with copyable hex codes, or open Carafe in the generator to build your own palette around it.