#CC5E4D Hex Color
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#cc5e4d is a saturated, warm brick red with a strong terracotta character. It feels rustic and grounded rather than urgent, making it an excellent choice for accent buttons or warm illustrations. Because it sits comfortably between orange and red, this hex code pairs beautifully with cool slate blues. Use it sparingly to draw the eye, as its boldness can overwhelm a design if applied to large backgrounds.
Questions about #cc5e4d
What is #cc5e4d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cc5e4d is rgb(204, 94, 77), in HSL hsl(8, 55%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 54%, 62%, 20%.
What colors pair well with #cc5e4d for a balanced palette?
#cc5e4d pairs naturally with cool tones like slate blue or charcoal to create visual contrast. The warmth of this terracotta shade is grounded by these cooler neutrals, preventing the design from feeling too aggressive or overwhelming.
Is #cc5e4d better for backgrounds or small accents?
This bold color is best used sparingly as an accent for call-to-action buttons or highlights. Because #cc5e4d is highly saturated and warm, using it as a large background often overwhelms the viewer and creates accessibility issues with text readability.
Is #cc5e4d readable on white or black?
#cc5e4d has a 3.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.27:1 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.