#DE6B43 Hex Color
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#de6b43 is a bold, saturated reddish-orange that demands immediate attention. This high-energy shade works best as an accent rather than a background, as its intensity can quickly overwhelm a design. It pairs effectively with deep charcoals or dark teals for a modern, grounded look. Since it sits on the spectrum toward earthy tones, it is helpful to understand how to make brown when experimenting with its range.
Questions about #de6b43
What is #de6b43 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #de6b43 is rgb(222, 107, 67), in HSL hsl(15, 70%, 57%) and in CMYK 0%, 52%, 70%, 13%.
How should I use #de6b43 in my design projects?
Use #de6b43 primarily as an accent color for calls to action or UI highlights where you need to grab attention immediately. Because of its extreme saturation, it tends to overpower text or large blocks, so balance it with neutrals like charcoal.
What color combinations work well with #de6b43?
This reddish-orange pairs effectively with deep, cool tones that provide a grounding effect against its inherent heat. Try combining it with a dark teal to create a sophisticated, modern palette that feels balanced rather than chaotic or overly intense.
Is #de6b43 readable on white or black?
#de6b43 has a 3.33:1 contrast ratio on white and 6.29:1 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.