#C44E54 Hex Color
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#c44e54 is a warm, saturated red with muted terracotta undertones and enough lightness to feel energetic rather than harsh. Its strong presence suits calls to action, food branding, sports graphics, and rustic autumn palettes. Use it as a focused accent or supporting tone, not a full-page background. The hex code #c44e54 supports white text at about 4.6:1 contrast.
Questions about #c44e54
What is #c44e54 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c44e54 is rgb(196, 78, 84), in HSL hsl(357, 50%, 54%) and in CMYK 0%, 60%, 57%, 23%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #c44e54?
The #c44e54 hex color pairs well with charcoal, cream, and muted teal because its warm red body gains balance from darker neutrals and restrained blue-green contrast. Use cream for a softer palette and charcoal for stronger definition in branding or editorial layouts.
Does #c44e54 read as warm or cool?
The #c44e54 hex color reads warm through its earthy terracotta cast and strong red base. Its moderate lightness and saturation keep the mood energetic and grounded, rather than dark, dusty, or overly sharp.
Is #c44e54 readable on white or black?
#c44e54 has a 4.60:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.56:1 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.