#C34E58 Hex Color
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#c34e58 is a grounded, saturated brick red with strong terracotta undertones. This warm shade demands attention without the aggressive intensity of a primary red. Because it carries substantial visual weight, it works best as a bold accent rather than a background color. Pair it with soft cream or slate gray to balance its natural warmth. The hex code for this versatile color is #c34e58.
Questions about #c34e58
What is #c34e58 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c34e58 is rgb(195, 78, 88), in HSL hsl(355, 49%, 54%) and in CMYK 0%, 60%, 55%, 24%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
What colors pair best with the #c34e58 brick red?
#c34e58 works best when balanced by neutral, cooling companions that allow its warmth to stand out without overwhelming the space. Try pairing it with slate gray for a modern professional look, or use soft cream to create a cozy, vintage-inspired palette.
Is #c34e58 readable on white or black?
#c34e58 has a 4.61:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.55:1 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 for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.