#A43C34 Hex Color
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Reach for #a43c34 when a design needs the warmth of red without the shout. This muted brick red carries earthy terracotta undertones, so it suits rustic branding, autumn palettes, and food packaging. Its low saturation and medium darkness keep it grounded, though it can turn muddy across large areas, which makes it a stronger supporting tone than a dominant base. White text reads clearly on it at about 6.4:1 contrast.
Questions about #a43c34
What is #a43c34 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a43c34 is rgb(164, 60, 52), in HSL hsl(4, 52%, 42%) and in CMYK 0%, 63%, 68%, 36%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #a43c34?
Sage green, charcoal, and warm cream all pair well with #a43c34. Its muted, earthy character works with soft neighbors, while bright oranges clash because they compete for the same warm territory.
Is #a43c34 readable on white or black?
#a43c34 has a 6.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.27:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.