#630000 Hex Color
Online color picker to view shades, tints, color codes, and complementary colors
#630000 is an intense, shadowy red that carries the weight of dried blood or vintage wine. Because of its extreme darkness, use it as a powerful accent rather than a background to keep designs legible. It pairs exceptionally well with muted creams or metallics. The hex code #630000 offers high contrast for white text, making it a moody, serious choice for formal branding or luxury packaging.
Questions about #630000
What is #630000 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #630000 is rgb(99, 0, 0), in HSL hsl(0, 100%, 19%) and in CMYK 0%, 100%, 100%, 61%.
How can I effectively use #630000 in a design project without overwhelming the viewer?
Because #630000 is extremely dark and saturated, use it exclusively as a powerful accent color for call-to-action buttons, borders, or high-end typography rather than as a background. Pairing it with light, neutral creams creates a sophisticated balance that keeps the design readable.
Is #630000 readable on white or black?
#630000 has a 13.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.53:1 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.