Terra Cotta
HEX: #E2725B | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#E2725B
226, 114, 91
10°, 69% ,62%
0, 50, 60, 11
About Terra Cotta
Terra Cotta (#E2725B) is a color with RGB(226, 114, 91) and HSL(10.2°, 69.9%, 62.2%). It is commonly associated with Playful, Romantic moods. In design, it fits Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #5BCBE2, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #5BE272 and #725BE2. The name comes from terra cotta (Italian).
- HEX: #E2725B
- RGB: 226, 114, 91
- HSL: 10.2°, 69.9%, 62.2%
- Mood: Playful, Romantic
- Style: Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #5BCBE2
- Triadic colors: #5BE272, #725BE2
- The name comes from terra cotta (Italian).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Color Harmonies
Complementary
The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.
Split-Complementary
Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.
Tetradic (Square)
Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.
Monochromatic
Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.
Shades & Tints
A seamless scale of #E2725B from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
Terra cotta is a type of earthenware, a clay-based unglazed or glazed ceramic, where the fired body is porous. Its uses include pottery (flower pots, water and waste pipes, roofing tiles, bricks), and surface embellishment in buildings. The color #e2725b is a common representation of the reddish-brown hue of fired clay. Historically, it was widely used in ancient Mediterranean cultures (Greek, Roman, Etruscan) for sculpture, architectural decoration, and utilitarian objects. It saw a revival in the Victorian era for architectural details and garden ornaments.
First Recorded Use
The material itself has been used since prehistoric times (e.g., Venus of Dolní Věstonice, c. 29,000–25,000 BCE). The term 'terra cotta' in English is recorded from the 17th century.
Cultural Associations
Terra cotta is deeply embedded in human history, representing one of the earliest forms of art and utility. Its natural, earthy tone evokes warmth, tradition, and craftsmanship. It is associated with classical art, rustic charm, and durable construction. Famous examples include the Terracotta Army of Qin Shi Huang and numerous ancient Greek and Roman sculptures and vessels.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #E2725B;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #E2725B;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #E2725B;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#E2725B,
#5BCBE2
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#E2725B,
#5BCBE2
);
}// SCSS variable
$terra-cotta: #E2725B;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$terra-cotta-r: 226;
$terra-cotta-g: 114;
$terra-cotta-b: 91;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $terra-cotta;
color: rgba($terra-cotta-r, $terra-cotta-g, $terra-cotta-b, 0.8);
}