#572424 Hex Color
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#572424 is a dark, unsaturated red with dusty, brown undertones. This earthy, moody shade works well as a grounding background or a formal accent color. Because of its low lightness, white text remains highly legible against it. Designers often pair this color with creams or soft golds for a sophisticated, traditional look. The hex code for this deep maroon shade is #572424.
Questions about #572424
What is #572424 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #572424 is rgb(87, 36, 36), in HSL hsl(0, 41%, 24%) and in CMYK 0%, 59%, 59%, 66%.
What colors pair best with #572424?
Because #572424 has such rich, earthy depth, it pairs beautifully with creamy off-whites or soft metallic golds to create a high-contrast, traditional look. You can also ground this shade with charcoal for a more modern, professional aesthetic that maintains readability.
Is #572424 readable on white or black?
#572424 has a 12.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.68:1 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.