#AF663C Hex Color
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This unsaturated terracotta brings a warm, earthy quality to design projects. Because it is muted rather than vivid, it pairs best with cooler greys or deep charcoals to balance its inherent heat. The hex code #af663c functions well as a supporting accent in seasonal branding or illustrations. Black text is readable against this shade, making it a reliable choice for small-scale typography.
Questions about #af663c
What is #af663c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #af663c is rgb(175, 102, 60), in HSL hsl(22, 49%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 42%, 66%, 31%.
Does #af663c pair well with other colors?
This shade pairs beautifully with cool-grey or deep charcoal to balance its natural warmth. These darker neutrals ground the unsaturated terracotta, making it effective for modern branding or editorial design.
Is #af663c readable on white or black?
#af663c has a 4.38:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.78:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold) and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.