#D8563C Hex Color
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The hex code #d8563c is a saturated, warm red with orange and earthy terracotta undertones. Its bright, grounded character brings energy to calls to action, food branding, sports graphics, and autumn palettes. Use it as a focused accent or supporting tone rather than a full-page background. Black text reaches about 5.3:1 contrast here, meeting WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #d8563c
What is #d8563c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d8563c is rgb(216, 86, 60), in HSL hsl(10, 67%, 54%) and in CMYK 0%, 60%, 72%, 15%.
What colors pair well with #d8563c?
Is #d8563c a warm or cool color?
The #d8563c hex color is warm rather than cool because its strong orange and terracotta undertones push it away from blue-based reds, giving it an energetic, earthy feel that suits autumnal palettes.
Where does #d8563c work best in a design?
The #d8563c hex color works best as a focused accent in calls to action, food branding, sports graphics, and autumn palettes, where its saturated warmth adds energy without overwhelming the full layout.
Is #d8563c readable on white or black?
#d8563c has a 3.95:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.31:1 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.