#D15C62 Hex Color
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This brick red balances energy with a grounded, terracotta warmth. Because it sits at a moderate saturation level, it works best as a bold accent rather than a full page background. Pair it with soft creams or charcoal gray for a balanced palette. Black text reads clearly on this shade, making it a functional choice for buttons or callouts. The hex code for this color is #d15c62.
Questions about #d15c62
What is #d15c62 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d15c62 is rgb(209, 92, 98), in HSL hsl(357, 56%, 59%) and in CMYK 0%, 56%, 53%, 18%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
What design elements pair well with #d15c62?
Is #d15c62 suitable for large blocks of text?
Using #d15c62 for large text blocks is generally discouraged because its moderate saturation can create eye fatigue. It functions much better as an accent color for borders, icons, or buttons, ensuring the interface remains accessible while still incorporating a vibrant, warm visual pull.
Is #d15c62 readable on white or black?
#d15c62 has a 3.87:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.41:1 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.