#A63C3C Hex Color
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This saturated, brick red brings a grounded, warm energy to any design. Because it lacks the sharp intensity of primary red, it works best as an accent or a bold supporting tone rather than a full background. Pair #a63c3c with muted teals or warm grays for a sophisticated, traditional feel. The hex code for this terracotta shade is #a63c3c, which provides enough contrast for readable white text.
Questions about #a63c3c
What is #a63c3c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a63c3c is rgb(166, 60, 60), in HSL hsl(0, 47%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 64%, 64%, 35%.
What colors pair best with #a63c3c?
#a63c3c works best when balanced by cooling or neutral tones to offset its heat. Try pairing it with muted teals for a classic contrast or soft, warm grays to keep the overall design feeling grounded and sophisticated.
Does #a63c3c work as a primary background color?
Using #a63c3c as a full background can be visually overwhelming due to its high saturation. It is most effective as a bold accent or supporting tone, allowing it to anchor your design without compromising readability for your main text.
Is #a63c3c readable on white or black?
#a63c3c has a 6.30:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.33:1 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.