#DD503E Hex Color
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This saturated, warm red demands immediate attention. Because it is intense, #dd503e works best as a powerful accent color for calls to action or UI highlights rather than a large background. It pairs well with charcoal or dark gray, which provides the contrast needed for readability. You can safely use black text over this hex code, as it meets WCAG accessibility standards.
Questions about #dd503e
What is #dd503e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #dd503e is rgb(221, 80, 62), in HSL hsl(7, 70%, 55%) and in CMYK 0%, 64%, 72%, 13%.
Where should I use #dd503e in my interface design?
#dd503e functions best as a high-impact accent color for primary call-to-action buttons or critical system notifications. Because the shade is so saturated, avoid using it as a large background fill, as it can overwhelm the user interface.
Is #dd503e readable on white or black?
#dd503e has a 3.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 5.29:1 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.