#D64B50 Hex Color
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This saturated, high-intensity red commands attention with its aggressive warmth. Because it carries such a heavy visual weight, #d64b50 works best as a sharp accent rather than a full-page background. It pairs well with dark charcoal or soft grays to ground its energy. Designers often select this hex code for call-to-action buttons or alert states that require immediate user focus.
Questions about #d64b50
What is #d64b50 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d64b50 is rgb(214, 75, 80), in HSL hsl(358, 63%, 57%) and in CMYK 0%, 65%, 63%, 16%.
When should I use #d64b50 in my designs?
Use #d64b50 sparingly as a punchy accent color, such as for call-to-action buttons or error messages that need immediate user attention. Because it carries heavy visual weight, avoid using it as a large background or primary surface color.
What colors pair well with #d64b50?
This intense red grounds effectively against neutral, desaturated tones like charcoal or slate gray. These darker, muted shades prevent the red from vibrating visually while allowing its natural warmth to command attention without overwhelming your interface or layout.
Is #d64b50 readable on white or black?
#d64b50 has a 4.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.98:1 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.