#D66B4E Hex Color
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This saturated, warm terra-cotta leans into a mellow red undertone that feels grounded yet energetic. Because it holds strong visual weight, it works best as a primary branding color or a bold accent rather than a full page background. Pair it with deep charcoal for a sophisticated contrast. The hex code for this color is #d66b4e, which remains readable with standard black body text.
Questions about #d66b4e
What is #d66b4e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d66b4e is rgb(214, 107, 78), in HSL hsl(13, 62%, 57%) and in CMYK 0%, 50%, 64%, 16%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
How can I use #d66b4e in a color scheme?
#d66b4e carries significant visual weight, so it functions best as a bold, energetic accent color for call-to-action buttons or highlights. Pair this terra-cotta with deep charcoal or soft neutral creams to create a sophisticated, balanced contrast that feels grounded and modern.
Is #d66b4e readable on white or black?
#d66b4e has a 3.45:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.07:1 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.