#371414 Hex Color
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Reach for #371414 when a design calls for a dark, dusty maroon that stays subdued. Its very low saturation and deep lightness read as ashy and warm, a fit for moody backgrounds, wine branding, and autumn themes. It looks richer against muted golds than stark white, and white text passes contrast at about 16.5:1. The hex code for this maroon is #371414.
Questions about #371414
What is #371414 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #371414 is rgb(55, 20, 20), in HSL hsl(0, 47%, 15%) and in CMYK 0%, 64%, 64%, 78%.
What text color works best on #371414?
White text is the safest choice, with roughly 16.5:1 contrast against this dark maroon. That clears WCAG AA for small body text with room to spare. Black text falls far short and should stay off this shade.
What colors pair well with #371414?
Muted golds, soft cream, and dusty rose all flatter this maroon without fighting its low saturation. Skip bright white and vivid reds, which read harsh against it. Brushed brass tones work well in print and packaging.
Is #371414 readable on white or black?
#371414 has a 16.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.27:1 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.