#DB6551 Hex Color
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This earthy, saturated terracotta balances intense warmth with a grounded, rustic feel. While powerful enough to command attention, its slightly muted quality prevents it from feeling overwhelming in UI layouts. Use #db6551 sparingly as an accent color or call-to-action button, where it pairs well with deep navy or charcoal grays. Black text maintains high legibility over this hex code, meeting accessibility standards for small body copy.
Questions about #db6551
What is #db6551 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #db6551 is rgb(219, 101, 81), in HSL hsl(9, 66%, 59%) and in CMYK 0%, 54%, 63%, 14%.
How should I use #db6551 in web interfaces?
Use #db6551 primarily as a high-visibility accent color for buttons, alerts, or hover states where you need to draw attention without the harshness of a pure red. It grounds the layout effectively when balanced against neutral backgrounds.
Which colors work best with #db6551?
Is #db6551 readable on white or black?
#db6551 has a 3.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.99:1 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.