#CE534A Hex Color
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The hex code #ce534a is a saturated, warm red with earthy terracotta and brick undertones. Its medium-light value feels energetic and confident without the harshness of pure scarlet, making it effective for calls to action, food branding, sports graphics, and autumn palettes. Use it as a focused accent or paired with charcoal; black text reaches about 5.0:1 contrast for body copy.
Questions about #ce534a
What is #ce534a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ce534a is rgb(206, 83, 74), in HSL hsl(4, 57%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 60%, 64%, 19%.
What colors pair well with #ce534a in a design palette?
Is #ce534a warm or cool, and what mood does it create?
The hex code #ce534a reads as a warm, medium-light red because its strong saturation and earthy terracotta bias add heat without the sharpness of pure primary red in most palettes and interfaces. It creates a bold, grounded mood suited to energetic accents, rustic branding, and autumn-led compositions.
Is #ce534a readable on white or black?
#ce534a has a 4.23:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.96:1 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.