#2D2627 Hex Color
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#2d2627 is a very dark, muted red with ashy brown-gray undertones. Its low lightness creates a serious, mysterious mood while retaining restrained energy and passion. Use this hex code as a moody UI background or dominant base, then add warm ivory or dusty rose for contrast. White text reads clearly on it, including small body copy.
Questions about #2d2627
What is #2d2627 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #2d2627 is rgb(45, 38, 39), in HSL hsl(351, 8%, 16%) and in CMYK 0%, 16%, 13%, 82%. Browse more shades of black with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #2d2627?
#2d2627 pairs well with warm ivory for crisp contrast and dusty rose for a softer, warmer accent; muted taupe or restrained gold can also support its ashy red-brown character without overwhelming the dark base.
Does #2d2627 read as warm or cool?
#2d2627 reads as a warm-leaning dark red, but its ashy brown-gray undertones soften the heat, giving it a restrained, serious mood suited to navigation bars, panels, editorial layouts, and dramatic accent areas.
Is #2d2627 readable on white or black?
#2d2627 has a 14.80:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.41:1 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.