#C85948 Hex Color
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This warm, terracotta tone feels grounded and energetic. Use #c85948 as a bold accent in branding or rustic design to command immediate attention. It pairs beautifully with deep charcoals or slate greys. Because black text offers 5.0:1 contrast against this hex code, it remains readable even in smaller typography. It functions best as a striking 10% accent rather than a dominant, overwhelming background.
Questions about #c85948
What is #c85948 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c85948 is rgb(200, 89, 72), in HSL hsl(8, 54%, 53%) and in CMYK 0%, 56%, 64%, 22%.
What colors pair well with #c85948?
The warmth of #c85948 makes it a natural partner for deep charcoal or slate greys, which provide the grounding necessary to balance its intensity. You can also pair it with soft, muted creams to create a sophisticated, desert-inspired aesthetic.
Is #c85948 readable on white or black?
#c85948 has a 4.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.97:1 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.