#D7504D Hex Color
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This saturated red possesses a warm, slightly earthy quality that keeps it from feeling aggressive. Because of its intensity, #d7504d works best as a 10% accent color to draw the eye toward calls to action or alert indicators. It pairs surprisingly well with muted teals, providing a balanced, high-contrast look for UI design. Black text remains readable against this shade for smaller UI elements.
Questions about #d7504d
What is #d7504d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d7504d is rgb(215, 80, 77), in HSL hsl(1, 63%, 57%) and in CMYK 0%, 63%, 64%, 16%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
How should I use #d7504d in a UI design?
Use #d7504d as a 10% accent color to highlight specific call-to-action buttons or alert indicators without overwhelming the interface. Its warm intensity provides high contrast against neutral backgrounds, ensuring elements remain distinct and readable while maintaining a grounded, professional aesthetic.
What colors pair well with #d7504d?
This shade pairs effectively with muted teals to create a sophisticated, balanced contrast that feels modern yet grounded. The earthy undertones of #d7504d also harmonize well with soft grays or warm off-whites to prevent visual fatigue while keeping key elements noticeable.
Is #d7504d readable on white or black?
#d7504d has a 4.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.14:1 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.