#C58175 Hex Color
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Warm and mellow, #c58175 is a muted reddish tone with dusty terracotta and soft brown undertones. Its moderate lightness and low saturation give it an approachable, grounded feel, while the red base still adds energy and urgency. Use it as a supporting brand tone or bold accent; black text reaches about 6.8:1 contrast for readable body copy.
Questions about #c58175
What is #c58175 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c58175 is rgb(197, 129, 117), in HSL hsl(9, 41%, 62%) and in CMYK 0%, 35%, 41%, 23%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #c58175?
#c58175 pairs well with navy, charcoal, and muted cream, which anchor its dusty warmth without making the palette feel overly rustic. Use navy for structure and cream for space in editorial or hospitality layouts.
Is #c58175 readable on white or black?
#c58175 has a 3.10:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.77:1 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.