#CC5454 Hex Color
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#cc5454 is a saturated, warm brick red with a strong terracotta character. Because of its intense, energetic feel, it functions best as a bold 10% accent rather than a background color. It pairs surprisingly well with muted teals or deep, cool charcoals. Black text remains legible over this shade, offering enough contrast for UI elements or call-to-action buttons.
Questions about #cc5454
What is #cc5454 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cc5454 is rgb(204, 84, 84), in HSL hsl(0, 54%, 56%) and in CMYK 0%, 59%, 59%, 20%.
How can I effectively use #cc5454 in interface design?
#cc5454 is an intense shade that functions best as a 10% accent rather than a background. Use it for call-to-action buttons or small UI elements where you need to draw immediate attention without overwhelming the viewer.
What colors pair well with #cc5454 for a balanced palette?
Is #cc5454 readable on white or black?
#cc5454 has a 4.23:1 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.