#691212 Hex Color
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Wine labels, formal invitations, and moody brand palettes often call for this dark maroon. #691212 sits deep and muted, with a warm, brownish undertone that keeps red’s energy in check. It works best as a dominant base or supporting tone rather than a small accent, where it can vanish. White text passes easily on top at about 12.4:1 contrast, and the hex code looks especially good next to cream or muted gold.
Questions about #691212
What is #691212 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #691212 is rgb(105, 18, 18), in HSL hsl(0, 71%, 24%) and in CMYK 0%, 83%, 83%, 59%.
What colors pair well with #691212?
Cream, sage, and muted gold flatter #691212 by lifting its dark, warm base. For higher contrast, pair it with charcoal or navy rather than pure black, which can dull the red.
Is #691212 readable on white or black?
#691212 has a 12.38:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.69:1 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.