#AE3E3F Hex Color
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This saturated brick red balances warmth with a grounded, rustic feel. While vivid enough to grab attention, it avoids the harshness of a primary red, making it an excellent choice for design accents or branding that needs urgency without aggression. The hex code #ae3e3f works best as a secondary color; pair it with cream or warm gray to let the earthy undertones shine.
Questions about #ae3e3f
What is #ae3e3f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ae3e3f is rgb(174, 62, 63), in HSL hsl(359, 47%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 64%, 64%, 32%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
Does #ae3e3f read as a warm or cool red?
The #ae3e3f hex color is decidedly warm, carrying strong earthy undertones that prevent it from feeling like a harsh, primary red. It creates a rustic, approachable mood that balances intensity with comfort, making it softer than standard crimson or cherry shades.
What colors pair well with #ae3e3f for design?
To let the earthy warmth of #ae3e3f shine, pair it with muted cream or soft warm gray tones. These neutral backgrounds provide enough contrast to highlight the color's richness while keeping the overall design palette balanced, professional, and accessible.
Is #ae3e3f readable on white or black?
#ae3e3f has a 5.89:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.56:1 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.