#CF523D Hex Color
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Warm and saturated, #cf523d is a vivid terracotta red with earthy orange undertones. Its strong brightness brings energy and urgency, while the reddish base keeps it grounded and rustic. The hex code #cf523d works well for calls to action, food and sports branding, autumn palettes, and small accents. Black text reads clearly on it at about a 4.9:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #cf523d
What is #cf523d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #cf523d is rgb(207, 82, 61), in HSL hsl(9, 60%, 53%) and in CMYK 0%, 60%, 71%, 19%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #cf523d?
#cf523d pairs well with charcoal, cream, muted sage, and dusty blue, which balance its warm orange undertone while preserving the color’s saturated terracotta character in brand palettes and editorial layouts. Use cream for spacious layouts and charcoal for stronger text contrast.
Is #cf523d readable on white or black?
#cf523d has a 4.26:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.92:1 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.