#CC8A73 Hex Color
A grounded and mellow muted terracotta
This unsaturated, mellow shade sits between red and orange, offering a muted warmth that feels grounded rather than aggressive. Because of its desaturated quality, #cc8a73 works well as a subtle background or a soft accent color in branding. It remains readable with black text, making it a reliable choice for UI elements that require a friendly yet professional aesthetic. The hex code for this color is #cc8a73.
Questions about #cc8a73
What is #cc8a73 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cc8a73 is rgb(204, 138, 115), in HSL hsl(16, 47%, 63%) and in CMYK 0%, 32%, 44%, 20%.
Does #cc8a73 read better with light or dark text?
#cc8a73 is light enough to maintain excellent readability when paired with high-contrast charcoal or dark brown text. It avoids the harshness of pure black, providing a softer, more sophisticated look for body copy or functional user interface elements.
What color schemes work best with #cc8a73?
Because #cc8a73 is desaturated, it shines when paired with deeper, cooler neutrals like navy or slate blue, which provide a balanced contrast. You can also create a harmonious monochromatic scheme by using lighter tints or deeper, richer shades of this same muted terracotta.
Is #cc8a73 readable on white or black?
#cc8a73 has a 2.81:1 contrast ratio on white and 7.45:1 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.