#C77C6F Hex Color
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This unsaturated, earthy red feels muted and approachable rather than aggressive. Because of its dusty, brick-like quality, #c77c6f works best as a supporting tone or accent rather than a dominant background. It pairs exceptionally well with cool charcoal grays or cream whites. Use this hex code for food branding or lifestyle interfaces where you need a hint of warmth without the intensity of a bright primary red.
Questions about #c77c6f
What is #c77c6f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c77c6f is rgb(199, 124, 111), in HSL hsl(9, 44%, 61%) and in CMYK 0%, 38%, 44%, 22%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #c77c6f for a balanced interface?
#c77c6f works best when contrasted with deep, cool tones to ground its warmth. Pairing it with a dark charcoal provides necessary depth, while using a creamy off-white helps the earthy red stand out without feeling too aggressive.
Is #c77c6f readable on white or black?
#c77c6f has a 3.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.54:1 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.