#C96454 Hex Color
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This unsaturated brick red brings a mellow warmth to any project. With its grounded and rustic personality, the shade pairs well with natural textures or autumn themes. It balances bold energy with a sense of stability, making it an excellent choice for branding or design accents. The hex code for this terracotta hue is #c96454.
Questions about #c96454
What is #c96454 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c96454 is rgb(201, 100, 84), in HSL hsl(8, 52%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 50%, 58%, 21%.
What colors pair best with this terracotta shade?
This color pairs beautifully with soft creams, deep charcoals, and muted sage greens. Because it is a grounded, earthy hue, it benefits from neutral contrasts that prevent the warmth of the red from becoming visually overwhelming in a layout.
Is this color considered warm or cool?
This shade is distinctly warm, sitting firmly in the red-orange family. Its unsaturated quality gives it a baked, dusty appearance that feels stable and inviting rather than neon or aggressive, making it an excellent choice for autumn-inspired color palettes.
Is #c96454 readable on white or black?
#c96454 has a 3.86:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.43:1 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.