#CE0C4D Hex Color
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This saturated carmine is an intense, high-energy hue that demands immediate attention. Because #ce0c4d acts as a powerful accent color, use it sparingly as a call to action or a UI highlight rather than a background. Pair it with soft, desaturated teals to balance the heat. The hex code #ce0c4d provides enough contrast to support white text for accessible, bold typography.
Questions about #ce0c4d
What is #ce0c4d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ce0c4d is rgb(206, 12, 77), in HSL hsl(340, 89%, 43%) and in CMYK 0%, 94%, 63%, 19%.
How can I effectively use #ce0c4d in user interface design?
Use #ce0c4d as a high-impact accent color for primary buttons or critical error states where you need to draw the eye immediately. Because of its intensity, avoid using it as a background color or for large text blocks, as it can quickly become overwhelming for users.
What colors pair best with #ce0c4d to create a balanced palette?
Pair #ce0c4d with muted, desaturated teals or cool grays to effectively balance its inherent heat and high energy. These cooler, neutral tones act as a stabilizer, preventing the vibrant carmine from dominating the visual hierarchy of your design layout.
Is #ce0c4d readable on white or black?
#ce0c4d has a 5.54:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.78:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.