#2D040D Hex Color
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#2d040d is a very dark, muted red with warm wine and brown undertones. Its low lightness creates a serious, mysterious mood, while its red base adds energy, passion, and urgency. Use it as a dominant background in formal, luxury, or autumn designs, with white text for strong readability. The hex code for this dark red is #2d040d.
Questions about #2d040d
What is #2d040d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2d040d is rgb(45, 4, 13), in HSL hsl(347, 84%, 10%) and in CMYK 0%, 91%, 71%, 82%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #2d040d?
The #2d040d hex color pairs well with cream, white, muted gold, soft blush, and mauve, balancing its deep wine-red base without competing with its warmth in interfaces, packaging, and editorial layouts. Lighter neutrals improve contrast, while muted accents support a restrained autumn or luxury palette.
Does #2d040d read as a warm or cool color?
The #2d040d hex color reads as warm because its deep red base carries wine and brown undertones, creating a serious, intimate mood that feels grounded rather than bright or energetic. It suits formal interfaces, luxury accents, autumn palettes, and dramatic backgrounds more than airy or playful designs.
Is #2d040d readable on white or black?
#2d040d has a 18.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.13:1 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.