#CE6D56 Hex Color
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This unsaturated, brick red shade feels grounded and rustic rather than aggressive. Because #ce6d56 is warm and approachable, it works best as a supporting accent in branding or editorial layouts rather than a full background. It pairs exceptionally well with muted teals or slate greys. The hex code #ce6d56 maintains sufficient contrast for small text when paired with black, making it accessible for digital designs.
Questions about #ce6d56
What is #ce6d56 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ce6d56 is rgb(206, 109, 86), in HSL hsl(11, 55%, 57%) and in CMYK 0%, 47%, 58%, 19%.
What colors pair best with #ce6d56?
This brick red works exceptionally well when balanced against cooler tones. Pair #ce6d56 with a muted teal for a high-contrast natural look, or use a deep slate grey to maintain a professional, grounded aesthetic in your typography or interface elements.
Is #ce6d56 readable on white or black?
#ce6d56 has a 3.53:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.94:1 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.