#C6515F Hex Color
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#c6515f is a saturated, mellow brick red that balances urgency with rustic stability. Because it holds enough contrast for black text, it works reliably for web UI elements. Use it as a 10% accent in food or sports branding to grab attention without overwhelming the viewer. This hex code pairs well with off-white or deep charcoal for a sophisticated, traditional aesthetic.
Questions about #c6515f
What is #c6515f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c6515f is rgb(198, 81, 95), in HSL hsl(353, 51%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 59%, 52%, 22%.
What colors pair best with #c6515f for a balanced palette?
#c6515f works beautifully alongside charcoal or soft off-whites to maintain a sophisticated, traditional aesthetic. When designing, rely on these neutral bases to keep the intensity of the brick red from feeling overwhelming or overly aggressive.
Is #c6515f readable on white or black?
#c6515f has a 4.42:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.74:1 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.