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#D77256 color code is #D77256. Use this page to get all code formats, explore shades and tints, and find colors that work with #d77256.

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#D77256 Accessibility & WCAG Contrast

Relative luminance of #D77256 is 0.2715. Its WCAG contrast ratio is 3.27:1 against white and 6.43:1 against black. Use the card with the higher ratio for body text.

The quick brown fox
#D77256 on white3.27:1AA Large
The quick brown fox
#D77256 on black6.43:1AA
The quick brown fox
White on #D772563.27:1AA Large
The quick brown fox
Black on #D772566.43:1AA

#D77256 — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hex code for #D77256?+
The hex code for #D77256 is #D77256. In RGB it's rgb(215, 114, 86), and in HSL it's hsl(13, 62%, 59%).
What is the RGB value of #D77256?+
#D77256 in RGB is (215, 114, 86). Written in CSS: rgb(215, 114, 86).
What is the CMYK value of #D77256?+
#D77256 converts to CMYK(0%, 47%, 60%, 16%) for print. Hex equivalent is #D77256.
Is #d77256 a warm or cool color?+
#D77256 (#D77256) is a warm red — its hue sits at 13° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm part of the spectrum.
What color family does #d77256 belong to?+
#D77256 belongs to the red family. Its HSL is 13°, 62%, 59% — a warm tone within the broader red group.
Is #d77256 accessible for body text on a white background?+
#D77256 on white reaches a WCAG contrast ratio of 3.27:1 — passes AA only for large text (18pt+). Use a darker shade for body copy.
What is the closest Pantone match for #d77256?+
The nearest Pantone match for #D77256 (#D77256) is 700 C Pantone 700 C, calculated by Euclidean RGB distance over the Pantone Matching System.

How to use #D77256 in design

Practical guidance for using #d77256 (#D77256) across four design contexts, derived from its hue, lightness, saturation, and WCAG contrast.

Web & UI design

#D77256 (#D77256) works well as a background color in dark UIs or as a button fill paired with white text — at 6.4:1 against black it's AA-accessible for body text reversed onto it. Don't use it for text on a white background; 3.3:1 contrast won't pass AA.

Branding & identity

As a brand color, #D77256 (#D77256) reads as balanced and approachable and versatile across product tiers. It fits naturally into food, alerts, sports, romance, energy drinks. Pair it with a higher-contrast accent (warm if red runs cool, cool if it runs warm) for visual hierarchy. Test legibility on both your logo and small UI text before locking it in — saturation that works on a 200px logo can feel overpowering at favicon scale.

Fashion & apparel

#D77256 flatters warm-leaning skin tones (golden, peach, olive undertones) and works well in spring/summer collections. It pairs naturally with warm neutrals (cream, camel, brown, olive) and contrasts effectively with denim or navy. As an accent piece — scarf, bag, shoes — #d77256 can carry an entire neutral outfit; as a head-to-toe color it can overwhelm and is best reserved for evening or statement pieces.

Interior design

#D77256 works as either a primary wall color or a strong accent — versatile across most rooms. As a wall color it pairs with white trim and warm wood; as an accent (sofa, chair, large art) it lifts a neutral room without overwhelming it. Test a large swatch against your room's natural light at three times of day before committing — mid-tone colors shift more than light or dark colors do.