#C04347 Hex Color
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#c04347 is a strong, saturated brick red with earthy, rustic undertones. Because of its intensity and warmth, it functions best as an accent color rather than a primary background. Pair it with soft cream or slate gray to balance the visual weight. While it provides enough contrast for white text, the hex code #c04347 is most effective when used for buttons, call-to-action highlights, or specific design elements.
Questions about #c04347
What is #c04347 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c04347 is rgb(192, 67, 71), in HSL hsl(358, 50%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 65%, 63%, 25%.
How should I use #c04347 in a design palette?
Use #c04347 sparingly as an accent rather than a primary background to avoid overwhelming your layout. It balances beautifully when placed alongside neutral shades like cream or slate gray, providing a grounded, organic warmth that anchors more delicate design elements.
Is #c04347 readable on white or black?
#c04347 has a 5.07:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.13:1 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.