Use this color as a starting point: copy its HEX code, find matching colors, or set it as the Base color in Color Studio.
Opening Color Studio uses this color as the Base color in a new project. Generate a palette only when you are ready.
Using Terracotta as a Warm Earthy Accent Color
Terracotta #C86E46 is a warm earthy orange with a grounded, sun-baked character. It works well in interiors, lifestyle branding, packaging, editorial design and illustration where you want warmth with more depth than bright orange. Pair it with cream for softness, sage or olive for a natural balance, deep brown for richness, or muted blue for cooler contrast.
Use #C86E46 with readable text
Use this exact HEX value to explore readable text, two layouts and three palette directions. The examples are starting points: check text and controls again in your finished design.
Sample text
5.77:1 — Passes AA for normal text
Text #000000 Background #C86E46
Sample text
3.64:1 — Fails AA for normal text
Text #FFFFFF Background #C86E46
Sample text
4.80:1 — Passes AA for normal text
Text #171A1D Background #C86E46
Sample text
4.30:1 — Fails AA for normal text
Text #C86E46 Background #2C211C
Calculated for opaque sRGB colors. AA for normal text requires at least 4.5:1; the result uses the unrounded value. These checks describe the shown pairs, not every combination or the accessibility of a complete design.
Two ways to use this color
These are Qolorio design examples. Open one in Studio to keep the shown colors and role choices, then try them in the available previews.
Terracotta — light layout
STUDIO NOTES
A fresh perspective
A considered space for ideas and details.
A considered choice of color.
Explore the story
A light page and dark text leave room for the original color as a feature panel. Check the panel label against its actual background.
Background / body text
#F9F7F6 / #2C211C · 14.66:1
Action / label
#4A352B / #F8FAFC · 10.94:1
Terracotta — dark layout
STUDIO NOTES
Made to be noticed
A focused setting for a new collection.
A considered choice of color.
See the collection
The original color becomes a feature panel. The action uses it when it stands out against the dark page; otherwise a lighter companion takes that job.
Background / body text
#2C211C / #F9F7F6 · 14.66:1
Action / label
#C86E46 / #171A1D · 4.80:1
Three palette combinations
Balanced foundation
A light foundation, the original color, dark tones for structure and a soft companion. Check text contrast wherever you place type.
#F9F7F6#C86E46#2C211C#4A352B#E6DBD6
Warm editorial
Pair the original color with a warm accent and dark text for a cover, article or presentation. Keep the accent small.
#F7F5EF#C86E46#2C211C#C6835D
Cool workspace
A cool supporting palette for surfaces and information. Add a readable label or shape when color carries meaning.
