#A44948 Hex Color
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#a44948 is a warm, muted red with terracotta and brown undertones. Its medium depth feels grounded and rustic while retaining enough energy for food, sports, romance, and autumn branding. Use it as a supporting tone with cream or dark navy rather than a full-page background. White text reads clearly on this color. The hex code is #a44948.
Questions about #a44948
What is #a44948 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a44948 is rgb(164, 73, 72), in HSL hsl(1, 39%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 55%, 56%, 36%.
What colors pair well with #a44948?
Pair #a44948 with cream for a softer rustic palette, or with navy for stronger depth; muted neutrals keep the terracotta undertone visible without making the overall design feel overly bright.
What mood does #a44948 create, and where does it work best?
#a44948 feels warm, grounded, and quietly energetic because its red base is softened by brown and terracotta undertones, making it useful for autumn accents, food-focused layouts, sports graphics, and romantic details. Use it as a supporting tone rather than a full-page background.
Is #a44948 readable on white or black?
#a44948 has a 5.79:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.62:1 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.