#CD7B63 Hex Color
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#cd7b63 is a mellow, unsaturated red that feels approachable rather than aggressive. Because it is desaturated, it avoids the typical harshness of brighter reds, making it a reliable accent choice for food branding or sports team palettes. This hex code provides strong legibility for black text, allowing you to use it confidently for buttons or UI elements against lighter, cooler background shades.
Questions about #cd7b63
What is #cd7b63 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cd7b63 is rgb(205, 123, 99), in HSL hsl(14, 51%, 60%) and in CMYK 0%, 40%, 52%, 20%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
What design styles suit the #cd7b63 hex color?
The muted nature of #cd7b63 makes it excellent for organic branding or modern UI components that need to feel approachable rather than clinical. It balances perfectly when paired with charcoal or other deep neutrals for a professional, grounded look.
Does #cd7b63 work well with white text?
No, #cd7b63 is a mid-tone color that lacks the necessary contrast ratio against white text to meet accessibility standards. You should prioritize using dark, high-contrast text like black or deep navy to ensure your content remains readable.
Is #cd7b63 readable on white or black?
#cd7b63 has a 3.17:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.60:1 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.