#C0645C Hex Color
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Warm and muted, #c0645c is a dusty terracotta red with a matte, slightly gray cast. Its softened saturation feels grounded and understated, while the red base adds energy and warmth. Use it as a supporting tone or bold accent with deep navy and cream. The hex code #c0645c provides about 5.2:1 contrast with black text, suitable for small body copy.
Questions about #c0645c
What is #c0645c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c0645c is rgb(192, 100, 92), in HSL hsl(5, 44%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 48%, 52%, 25%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #c0645c?
#c0645c pairs well with deep navy, cream, warm beige, and muted green, creating balanced palettes that soften its dusty terracotta warmth while preserving enough contrast for buttons, illustrations, packaging, and editorial accents.
Is #c0645c warm or cool?
#c0645c reads as a warm, muted red because its terracotta base leans toward orange and its gray cast softens the saturation. It gives interfaces and illustrations a grounded, handmade feel rather than a bright or dramatic red.
Is #c0645c readable on white or black?
#c0645c has a 4.02:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.21:1 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.