#CC552A Hex Color
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#cc552a is a warm, saturated reddish tone that grabs immediate attention. Its bold presence works well for high-energy design elements like call-to-action buttons or sports branding. Because the shade carries a sense of intensity and urgency, designers often pick it for food marketing or emergency alerts. The hex code for this color is #cc552a.
Questions about #cc552a
What is #cc552a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cc552a is rgb(204, 85, 42), in HSL hsl(16, 66%, 48%) and in CMYK 0%, 58%, 79%, 20%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
How can I effectively pair this burnt orange in a design?
Pair this vibrant reddish-orange with cool, deep teals or navy blues to create a balanced, high-contrast look that prevents the saturation from overwhelming your layout. Using neutral creams or soft grays also helps ground the intense energy of this specific hue.
Is #cc552a readable on white or black?
#cc552a has a 4.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.90:1 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.