#CE3D35 Hex Color
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Closer to brick than fire truck, #ce3d35 is a strong red with an earthy undertone that keeps it bold but not harsh. Its hex code works best as an accent for buttons, highlights, and calls to action, and white text clears WCAG AA on it at about 4.8:1. Pair it with deep navy for contrast that feels rich instead of loud.
Questions about #ce3d35
What is #ce3d35 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ce3d35 is rgb(206, 61, 53), in HSL hsl(3, 61%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 70%, 74%, 19%.
What colors pair well with #ce3d35?
Deep navy and charcoal bring out its warmth while keeping the overall palette grounded. For softer combinations, cream and warm beige tame its intensity without washing it out.
Is #ce3d35 readable on white or black?
#ce3d35 has a 4.83:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.34:1 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.