#520602 Hex Color
A serious, deeply saturated moody red
This dark, dim red carries heavy saturation and a serious, moody undertone. Because it is so deep, #520602 works best as a primary branding element or a bold accent rather than a full page background. It pairs exceptionally well with muted gold or cream accents for a luxurious, traditional feel. White text provides high contrast, making it a safe choice for readable, high-impact headings.
Questions about #520602
What is #520602 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #520602 is rgb(82, 6, 2), in HSL hsl(3, 95%, 16%) and in CMYK 0%, 93%, 98%, 68%.
Does #520602 work well for body text?
Using #520602 as body text is generally not recommended due to its low contrast against most backgrounds. It is best reserved for bold, high-impact headings or decorative accents where the color saturation can stand out without sacrificing essential readability.
What colors pair best with #520602?
Is #520602 readable on white or black?
#520602 has a 15.15:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.38:1 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.