#AE4B54 Hex Color
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This muted brick red strikes a balance between warmth and restraint. Because of its desaturated quality, #ae4b54 functions best as a sophisticated accent color rather than a large-scale background. It pairs exceptionally well with muted teals or warm grays to avoid becoming overwhelming. Use this hex code for buttons or call-to-action elements where white text is required to maintain WCAG compliant readability.
Questions about #ae4b54
What is #ae4b54 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ae4b54 is rgb(174, 75, 84), in HSL hsl(355, 40%, 49%) and in CMYK 0%, 57%, 52%, 32%.
How can I best use #ae4b54 in a web design interface?
#ae4b54 functions exceptionally well as an accent color for call-to-action buttons or status indicators where white text is required for readability. Its muted intensity ensures it draws attention without overwhelming the user like a primary saturated red might.
What colors pair best with #ae4b54 to create a balanced palette?
You should pair #ae4b54 with muted teals or cool, warm grays to leverage complementary contrast without clashing. These neutral or cool-toned companions prevent the red from looking too aggressive while keeping the overall design cohesive and professional.
Is #ae4b54 readable on white or black?
#ae4b54 has a 5.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.93:1 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.