#280B20 Hex Color
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#280b20 is a very dark, muted magenta with a dusky red-purple undertone. Its low lightness creates a serious, mysterious mood, while restrained saturation keeps it refined rather than loud. Use this hex code as a supporting tone or dark background for fashion, cosmetics, nightlife, and intimate designs. White text has strong contrast, including for small body copy.
Questions about #280b20
What is #280b20 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #280b20 is rgb(40, 11, 32), in HSL hsl(317, 57%, 10%) and in CMYK 0%, 73%, 20%, 84%.
What colors pair well with #280b20?
#280b20 pairs well with soft blush, dusty mauve, and warm metallic accents, while pale pink or cream can clarify its dense, dark base. Use lighter values for hierarchy, since similarly dark colors may merge.
Is #280b20 readable on white or black?
#280b20 has a 18.11:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.15:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it is too faint for text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.