#451C22 Hex Color
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This muted, dusty maroon feels somber and serious, leaning into a dark, matte intensity. Because it sits at the intersection of strength and gloom, the hex code #451c22 serves well as a grounding base for moody, formal brand palettes. It provides excellent contrast against white text for readability, though it can appear muddy if used in over-saturated layouts. Pair it with soft cream or muted gold to balance its weight.
Questions about #451c22
What is #451c22 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #451c22 is rgb(69, 28, 34), in HSL hsl(351, 42%, 19%) and in CMYK 0%, 59%, 51%, 73%.
What colors best complement #451c22 in a design?
Is #451c22 readable on white or black?
#451c22 has a 14.56:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.44:1 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.