#CA8574 Hex Color
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This muted, earthy terracotta carries a warm, mellow energy without the aggression of pure red. It works well as a supporting tone, providing structure without overwhelming a design. Because it lacks high saturation, it pairs beautifully with slate blues or deep charcoal for a sophisticated, grounded look. With a strong contrast ratio against black, the hex code #ca8574 remains perfectly readable for text and UI elements.
Questions about #ca8574
What is #ca8574 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ca8574 is rgb(202, 133, 116), in HSL hsl(12, 45%, 62%) and in CMYK 0%, 34%, 43%, 21%.
What colors pair well with #ca8574?
Because #ca8574 is a desaturated terracotta, it works best alongside cool, deep neutrals like charcoal or slate blue. These high-contrast pairings ground the warmth of the color, preventing it from feeling too washed out or overly rustic in modern UI layouts.
Is #ca8574 considered a warm or cool color?
#ca8574 is firmly a warm tone, though its muted saturation keeps it from feeling intense or aggressive. It provides a comfortable, organic warmth that mimics natural clay or brick, making it a reliable choice for backgrounds that need to feel inviting but subtle.
Is #ca8574 readable on white or black?
#ca8574 has a 2.95:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.11:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it is too faint for text and on black it works for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.