#B8464B Hex Color
Saturated brick red with earthy depth
#b8464b is a saturated, warm brick red with a grounded, earthy quality. Its mellow intensity makes it an ideal accent color for rustic designs or bold branding efforts where you need to project confidence. Because it offers strong contrast against white, use this hex code sparingly as a highlight to avoid overwhelming your layout. It pairs well with slate gray to balance its natural warmth.
Questions about #b8464b
What is #b8464b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b8464b is rgb(184, 70, 75), in HSL hsl(357, 45%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 62%, 59%, 28%.
What colors pair best with #b8464b for a balanced design?
How should I use #b8464b in digital interfaces?
Because of its high saturation, use #b8464b sparingly as a targeted highlight or call-to-action button color rather than a primary background. It commands significant attention, so keeping it isolated ensures the user focus remains clear without visual fatigue.
Is #b8464b readable on white or black?
#b8464b has a 5.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.01:1 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.