#31201D Hex Color
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Reach for #31201d when a layout needs a near-black base with warmth. This dark, muted red leans almost grey, so it works as a moody background or supporting tone rather than a statement color. White text reads clearly on it at about 15.5:1 contrast, and it pairs well with dusty pink or burnt orange accents. The hex code #31201d suits dark mode UI, romance branding, and quiet drama.
Questions about #31201d
What is #31201d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #31201d is rgb(49, 32, 29), in HSL hsl(9, 26%, 15%) and in CMYK 0%, 35%, 41%, 81%.
What colors pair well with #31201d?
Dusty pink, burnt orange, and muted gold all bring out the warm undertones in #31201d without clashing. For higher contrast, pair it with pale cream or soft sage.
Does #31201d read as red or brown?
It sits between the two. The low lightness and muted saturation pull the red toward brown, so most viewers will read it as a dark maroon or near-black shade with a warm base.
Is #31201d readable on white or black?
#31201d has a 15.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.35:1 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.