#CD5B42 Hex Color
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#cd5b42 is a warm, saturated terracotta red with earthy brown undertones. Its strong chroma brings energy and urgency, while the brick-like base keeps it grounded and rustic. Use it as a 10% accent for calls to action, sports branding, or autumn palettes, especially beside deep navy. Black text remains readable at about 5.2:1 contrast. The hex code is #cd5b42.
Questions about #cd5b42
What is #cd5b42 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cd5b42 is rgb(205, 91, 66), in HSL hsl(11, 58%, 53%) and in CMYK 0%, 56%, 68%, 20%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
Does #cd5b42 read as a warm or cool color?
#cd5b42 reads as a warm, saturated terracotta red because its orange-red base and earthy brown undertones push it toward sunbaked brick rather than a cool crimson, rather than delicate or pastel.
What colors pair well with #cd5b42?
Deep navy makes #cd5b42 feel brighter and more refined, while warm neutrals, cream, and muted sage soften its intensity and support its earthy, approachable character in branding and interface accents.
Is #cd5b42 readable on white or black?
#cd5b42 has a 4.06:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.17:1 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.