#540819 Hex Color
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#540819 is a dark, muted red with warm burgundy undertones and very low lightness. This hex code feels serious and dramatic, fitting luxury branding, wine labels, autumn palettes, and formal layouts. Use it as a dominant background with white text. Reserve it for accents when large areas feel too heavy.
Questions about #540819
What is #540819 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #540819 is rgb(84, 8, 25), in HSL hsl(347, 83%, 18%) and in CMYK 0%, 90%, 70%, 67%.
What colors pair well with #540819?
#540819 pairs well with warm cream, muted sage, and charcoal, because these tones soften its heavy red-brown depth while preserving a serious, grounded feel across brand palettes and editorial layouts. Use cream for contrast and sage for an earthy accent.
Is #540819 readable on white or black?
#540819 has a 14.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.42:1 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.