#D56E54 Hex Color
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#d56e54 is a warm, muted terracotta red. Its mellow character fits well in food branding and editorial designs where high energy feels forced. Designers should pair it with dark charcoal for optimal readability, as black text provides sufficient contrast on this surface. Because of its intensity, treat this hex code as a strategic accent rather than a full page background.
Questions about #d56e54
What is #d56e54 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d56e54 is rgb(213, 110, 84), in HSL hsl(12, 61%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 48%, 61%, 16%.
What colors pair best with #d56e54 for balanced design?
#d56e54 thrives when balanced by deep, neutral tones that ground its natural warmth. Pairing this shade with charcoal or deep navy provides the necessary contrast for text, while soft cream or off-white backgrounds allow the terracotta intensity to stand out without overwhelming the layout.
Is #d56e54 readable on white or black?
#d56e54 has a 3.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.18:1 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.