#B43C46 Hex Color
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#b43c46 is a warm, saturated red with muted terracotta and brick undertones. Its medium-dark value brings energy and confidence without pure scarlet’s sharpness. Use the hex code #b43c46 for calls to action, sports branding, autumn palettes, or rustic accents, pairing it with deep navy or cream. White text provides about 5.7:1 contrast, meeting WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #b43c46
What is #b43c46 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b43c46 is rgb(180, 60, 70), in HSL hsl(355, 50%, 47%) and in CMYK 0%, 67%, 61%, 29%.
What colors pair well with #b43c46?
Is #b43c46 a warm or cool red?
#b43c46 reads as a warm red because its muted terracotta and brick undertones shift it away from blue-based scarlet, while its medium-dark value keeps that warmth grounded for a confident, energetic impression rather than a harsh or overly bright one.
Is #b43c46 readable on white or black?
#b43c46 has a 5.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.67:1 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.