#D53759 Hex Color
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#d53759 is a high-octane red with distinct pink undertones that create a sense of urgency and intensity. Because of its saturation, this color is best reserved for accents or call-to-action buttons rather than large background areas. It pairs surprisingly well with muted teals, which temper its aggressive energy. For accessibility, white text remains readable against this hex code.
Questions about #d53759
What is #d53759 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d53759 is rgb(213, 55, 89), in HSL hsl(347, 65%, 53%) and in CMYK 0%, 74%, 58%, 16%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #d53759?
#d53759 is a dominant, high-saturation color that benefits from the cooling influence of muted earth tones. Pairing it with a muted teal or soft grey helps ground its aggressive, high-octane energy without losing the vibrancy of the red.
Is #d53759 suitable for large backgrounds?
Using #d53759 across large background areas is generally too intense and can cause eye fatigue for viewers. It performs much better when reserved for smaller, deliberate elements like buttons, badges, or accent lines where its high energy draws immediate attention.
Is #d53759 readable on white or black?
#d53759 has a 4.64:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.51:1 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 for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.