#D55553 Hex Color
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This saturated brick red commands attention with its intense, warm energy. Because it is highly pigmented, #d55553 works best as an accent color for calls to action or UI highlights rather than a large background. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal or slate grays to balance its aggressive, fiery character. The hex code for this bold, rustic shade is #d55553.
Questions about #d55553
What is #d55553 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d55553 is rgb(213, 85, 83), in HSL hsl(1, 61%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 60%, 61%, 16%.
How should I use #d55553 in a website design?
Use #d55553 sparingly as a vibrant accent color for primary buttons, call-to-action links, or critical status indicators rather than as a large background color. Its high saturation works effectively to guide a user's eye toward specific, actionable elements without overwhelming the overall page layout.
What colors balance the intensity of #d55553?
Neutral, grounded tones are the best companions for this saturated brick red. Pair #d55553 with deep charcoal or soft slate grays to provide a necessary visual anchor that prevents the bright red from feeling visually aggressive or tiring to the reader.
Is #d55553 readable on white or black?
#d55553 has a 3.99:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.25:1 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.