#B15760 Hex Color
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#b15760 is a muted, dusty terracotta that balances warmth with a grounded, matte finish. Because it lacks intense saturation, it avoids looking neon or harsh. This shade works best as a supporting accent in rustic or traditional color palettes rather than a dominant background. White text sits comfortably on this tone, making it reliable for UI elements like buttons or notification badges.
Questions about #b15760
What is #b15760 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b15760 is rgb(177, 87, 96), in HSL hsl(354, 37%, 52%) and in CMYK 0%, 51%, 46%, 31%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
Is #b15760 suitable for text on a white background?
Yes, #b15760 provides enough contrast against a clean white background to remain readable for UI elements like buttons or notification badges. It is a safer choice than lighter pastels, though you should verify exact accessibility ratios if using small, thin fonts.
Which colors complement #b15760 in a design scheme?
Is #b15760 readable on white or black?
#b15760 has a 4.77:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.40:1 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.