#2D201D Hex Color
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#2d201d is a dark, muted red with warm brown undertones and a matte, almost smoky appearance. Its low lightness creates a serious, mysterious mood, while restrained saturation keeps it understated rather than vivid. Use this hex code as a dominant background in moody designs, though it can feel heavy across large areas. White text reads clearly on it.
Questions about #2d201d
What is #2d201d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2d201d is rgb(45, 32, 29), in HSL hsl(11, 22%, 15%) and in CMYK 0%, 29%, 36%, 82%.
Is #2d201d warm or cool?
#2d201d reads warm because its dark red base carries brown undertones, while its low saturation softens the heat. The result feels earthy and serious rather than bright or aggressive on screen.
What colors pair well with #2d201d?
#2d201d pairs well with muted sage, dusty blush, and warm cream because those lighter, softened tones create separation without making the palette feel sharp or overly bright across interfaces and print work. Use cream for text and sage for secondary controls.
Is #2d201d readable on white or black?
#2d201d has a 15.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.33:1 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.