#641C34 Hex Color
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A deep, unsaturated burgundy, #641c34 carries a serious and mellow tone. Because of its dark, moody quality, it works best as a primary background color rather than a small detail. It creates an excellent foundation for white text, which pops against its dark surface. Pair this hex code with soft, dusty creams for a sophisticated palette that avoids looking too muddy.
Questions about #641c34
What is #641c34 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #641c34 is rgb(100, 28, 52), in HSL hsl(340, 56%, 25%) and in CMYK 0%, 72%, 48%, 61%.
How should I use #641c34 in a design layout?
#641c34 works most effectively as a primary background color rather than for small text or icons because of its dark, moody saturation. It provides a sturdy, serious foundation that makes white text highly legible against its deep, rich surface.
What colors complement the deep tones of #641c34?
Pair #641c34 with soft, dusty creams to create a sophisticated, balanced palette that prevents the design from feeling too muddy or heavy. Incorporating a light neutral acts as a necessary visual relief against this intense, unsaturated shade.
Is #641c34 readable on white or black?
#641c34 has a 11.94:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.75:1 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.