#D74153 Hex Color
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This saturated red is intense and commands immediate attention. Because of its high energy, #d74153 works best as a sharp accent rather than a full background. Pair it with dark grays or charcoal to ground its brightness. The hex code #d74153 offers enough contrast for black text, making it a reliable choice for buttons or notification badges that need to stand out clearly.
Questions about #d74153
What is #d74153 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d74153 is rgb(215, 65, 83), in HSL hsl(353, 65%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 70%, 61%, 16%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
How should I use #d74153 in UI design?
This hex color thrives as a targeted accent because of its high energy. Use #d74153 for primary call-to-action buttons or critical status indicators where you need the user's eye to be drawn instantly against neutral or dark backgrounds.
What colors balance the intensity of #d74153?
Pair #d74153 with charcoal or deep neutral grays to ground its brightness and prevent it from overwhelming your design. Softening the contrast with cool whites also makes the red feel cleaner and more purposeful for modern digital interfaces.
Is #d74153 readable on white or black?
#d74153 has a 4.40:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.77:1 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.