#C75858 Hex Color
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This muted, terracotta red feels grounded and rustic rather than aggressive. It brings a warm, earthy energy that works best as a primary accent against cream or charcoal neutrals. Because it maintains strong readability with black text, #c75858 serves as a stable, approachable choice for branding or call-to-action buttons. The hex code for this brick-inspired shade is #c75858.
Questions about #c75858
What is #c75858 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c75858 is rgb(199, 88, 88), in HSL hsl(0, 50%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 56%, 56%, 22%.
What design styles work best with #c75858?
This muted terracotta pairs naturally with neutral interiors or modern web interfaces that require warmth without being aggressive. It functions best when contrasted against cream or charcoal backdrops, providing a balanced, sophisticated foundation for branding and call-to-action buttons.
Is #c75858 readable on white or black?
#c75858 has a 4.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.96:1 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.