#501F28 Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
Close to the color of old red wine, this maroon carries a dusty, dim warmth. #501f28 is dark and unsaturated, so it works best as a dominant base or moody background rather than a small accent. Pair it with muted gold or soft cream for a rich, formal feel. White text passes WCAG AA body text contrast on it easily, reading at about 13.4:1, which makes the hex code practical for dark mode interfaces and luxury branding.
Questions about #501f28
What is #501f28 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #501f28 is rgb(80, 31, 40), in HSL hsl(349, 44%, 22%) and in CMYK 0%, 61%, 50%, 69%.
What colors pair well with #501f28?
Muted gold, soft cream, and warm taupe all flatter #501f28 without competing with its dusty depth. For contrast, a pale sage or desaturated blush keeps the palette gentle instead of harsh.
Is #501f28 readable on white or black?
#501f28 has a 13.39:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.56:1 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.