#C47250 Hex Color
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This muted, warm terracotta tone feels grounded and approachable. Because of its earthy, unsaturated nature, #c47250 works best as an accent or secondary color rather than a dominant background. It pairs exceptionally well with cool teals or deep slate grays. This hex code offers enough contrast for legible black text, making it a reliable choice for buttons or UI elements in autumn-themed branding.
Questions about #c47250
What is #c47250 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c47250 is rgb(196, 114, 80), in HSL hsl(18, 50%, 54%) and in CMYK 0%, 42%, 59%, 23%.
What colors pair well with #c47250?
#c47250 works best when balanced against cool, desaturated tones that prevent it from feeling overwhelming. Pair this terracotta with deep slate gray or soft teal to create a sophisticated, high-contrast look that keeps your design feeling grounded and modern.
Is #c47250 readable on white or black?
#c47250 has a 3.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.86:1 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.