#C47457 Hex Color
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This muted terra-cotta tone carries a warm, baked quality that feels grounded and approachable. Because of its desaturated character, #c47457 works best as a supporting accent color rather than a dominant background. Pair it with deep charcoal or slate gray to create strong visual contrast. The hex code for this shade is #c47457, and black text remains readable against it for standard design applications.
Questions about #c47457
What is #c47457 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c47457 is rgb(196, 116, 87), in HSL hsl(16, 48%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 41%, 56%, 23%.
What colors pair best with #c47457 for a balanced palette?
#c47457 works effectively when grounded by high-contrast neutrals like charcoal or deep slate, which prevent the warmth from becoming overwhelming. For a softer, earth-inspired scheme, consider pairing it with creamy off-whites or muted sage greens to maintain a sophisticated balance.
Is #c47457 readable on white or black?
#c47457 has a 3.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.98:1 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.