#382121 Hex Color
A grounded and moody deep earth red
This dusty, near-black red has a matte finish that reads as serious and grounded. Because #382121 is so desaturated and dark, it functions best as a supporting tone rather than a dominant background. Pair it with soft creams or warm metallic accents to keep the design from feeling muddy. The hex code for this moody shade is #382121.
Questions about #382121
What is #382121 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #382121 is rgb(56, 33, 33), in HSL hsl(0, 26%, 17%) and in CMYK 0%, 41%, 41%, 78%.
How should I use #382121 in a color palette?
#382121 functions as a sophisticated neutral or low-contrast supporting tone rather than a vibrant focal point. It pairs beautifully with cream or warm beige to lift its heavy, matte quality and prevent the design from feeling too dark.
Is #382121 suitable for text on a white background?
While #382121 is very dark, you should check specific accessibility ratios before using it for long-form body text. It is often best reserved for headers or subtle UI elements where its moody, grounded character adds weight without sacrificing complete readability.
Is #382121 readable on white or black?
#382121 has a 14.91:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.40:1 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.