#C4504C Hex Color
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Somewhere between brick and terracotta, #c4504c is a mellow red with warm, earthy depth. Its muted saturation reads rustic rather than loud, so it works best as a supporting tone or accent rather than a full background. Black text clears WCAG AA on it, which helps for buttons and labels. The hex code #c4504c suits autumn palettes and branding that wants warmth without shouting.
Questions about #c4504c
What is #c4504c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c4504c is rgb(196, 80, 76), in HSL hsl(2, 50%, 53%) and in CMYK 0%, 59%, 61%, 23%.
What colors pair well with #c4504c?
#c4504c pairs well with cream, sage green, and warm taupe for a rustic palette. For stronger contrast, try navy, which makes the red read richer than it does beside camel or beige.
Is #c4504c readable on white or black?
#c4504c has a 4.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.59:1 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.