Terracotta

Terracotta (#cb6843) belongs to the Red family and reads as a fully saturated shade. Close to pure Red pigment, with little to no white, black, or gray mixed in. For accessible text, dark works better than the alternative.

Terracotta color swatch, hex code #CB6843

Shades, tones & tints

Pairs well with

CMYKC0 M49 Y67 K20
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Palettes featuring Terracotta

Rose Glory27
Onsen104
Cinnamon Milk25
Rhumba Orange40
Brown Moelleux53
Garnet Sand55
Pink Dream68
Watermelon Crush97

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Terracotta color FAQ

What is the terracotta hex code?

The hex code for Terracotta is #CB6843. Against white it measures 3.7:1 contrast (Fail), and against black 5.6:1 (AA).

What colors go with terracotta?

Colors that pair well with Terracotta include Bondi Blue, Cherry Fruit, Cassandra’s Curse, Biel-Tan Green, Tanzine. Complementary colors sit opposite it on the color wheel for contrast; analogous colors sit beside it for a calmer, harmonious look.

How do I find terracotta color palettes?

Browse the palettes featuring Terracotta above, each with copyable hex codes, or open Terracotta in the generator to build your own palette around it.