#D85D52 Hex Color

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#d85d52 is a warm, saturated brick red with earthy terracotta undertones and enough brightness to command attention. This strong, grounded shade brings energy and confidence to calls to action, food branding, sports graphics, and autumn palettes. Use it as a focused accent beside navy or charcoal rather than a full-page background. The hex code is #d85d52.

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What is #d85d52 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?

In RGB, #d85d52 is rgb(216, 93, 82), in HSL hsl(5, 63%, 58%) and in CMYK 0%, 57%, 62%, 15%.

What colors pair well with #d85d52?

#d85d52 pairs well with navy, charcoal, and muted sage because these cooler or muted partners temper its warmth and saturation while preserving its earthy character. Navy suits brand systems, while charcoal creates softer contrast for packaging and editorial layouts.

Is #d85d52 readable on white or black?

#d85d52 has a 3.74:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.60:1 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.

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