#BA5B5B Hex Color
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This muted terracotta sits between brick red and rustic clay. With its desaturated, earthy quality, #ba5b5b feels grounded and approachable rather than aggressive. It shines as a warm accent or a background color for branding that avoids bright, primary reds. Because black text maintains a strong 4.7:1 contrast ratio here, this hex code works surprisingly well for readable body text in print or UI designs.
Questions about #ba5b5b
What is #ba5b5b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ba5b5b is rgb(186, 91, 91), in HSL hsl(0, 41%, 54%) and in CMYK 0%, 51%, 51%, 27%.
Why does #ba5b5b work better for UI text than bright reds?
Because #ba5b5b maintains a strong 4.7:1 contrast ratio against black, it remains legible without the visual strain caused by saturated primaries. This makes it a smart choice for text-heavy interfaces that require a softer, warmer, and more professional aesthetic.
What color schemes complement #ba5b5b?
Is #ba5b5b readable on white or black?
#ba5b5b has a 4.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.73:1 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.