#4F2A2A Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
#4f2a2a is a dark, muted maroon with warm red-brown undertones and low saturation. This matte shade brings seriousness, depth, and restrained intensity to moody backgrounds, luxury branding, wine packaging, or autumn palettes. Use the hex code as a supporting tone or bold base, with white text for strong readable contrast.
Questions about #4f2a2a
What is #4f2a2a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #4f2a2a is rgb(79, 42, 42), in HSL hsl(0, 31%, 24%) and in CMYK 0%, 47%, 47%, 69%.
What colors pair well with #4f2a2a in a design palette?
#4f2a2a pairs well with warm cream, muted blush, and charcoal, creating contrast while preserving its dark red base and restrained saturation across branding, packaging, and editorial layouts without turning harsh.
Is #4f2a2a readable on white or black?
#4f2a2a has a 12.37:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.69:1 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.