#D64E2F Hex Color
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This saturated reddish-orange commands attention with its intense, warm energy. Because of its high visibility, #d64e2f works best as a bold accent or call-to-action button rather than a primary background. It pairs well with dark charcoals, providing a sharp contrast that keeps text readable. Since it carries a strong visual weight, use this hex code sparingly to guide user focus without overwhelming the layout.
Questions about #d64e2f
What is #d64e2f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d64e2f is rgb(214, 78, 47), in HSL hsl(11, 67%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 64%, 78%, 16%.
How should I use #d64e2f in a user interface?
#d64e2f is best reserved for interactive elements like call-to-action buttons or specific highlights where you need to draw the eye immediately. Because of its intense visual weight, avoid using it as a primary background color to prevent user fatigue.
What colors pair well with #d64e2f for text and backgrounds?
This warm reddish-orange creates a sharp, readable contrast when paired with dark charcoal or near-black backgrounds. For neutral layouts, try balancing it against soft off-whites or light grays to ensure the vibrancy of #d64e2f does not overwhelm your overall design composition.
Is #d64e2f readable on white or black?
#d64e2f has a 4.20:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.99:1 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.