#6E0724 Hex Color
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#6e0724 is a dark, highly saturated red with a subtle plum undertone. Its low lightness gives it a serious, mysterious mood, while its strong chroma adds passion and urgency. Use the hex code as a dominant background with white text, which reaches about a 12.2:1 contrast ratio, or reserve it for accents in luxury, wine, sports, and formal designs. It can feel heavy across large areas.
Questions about #6e0724
What is #6e0724 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #6e0724 is rgb(110, 7, 36), in HSL hsl(343, 88%, 23%) and in CMYK 0%, 94%, 67%, 57%.
What colors pair well with #6e0724?
#6e0724 pairs well with warm ivory, muted mauve, charcoal, and brushed gold, which soften its high saturation without competing with its dark value across editorial layouts and premium packaging schemes. Use ivory for breathing room, mauve for a restrained tonal palette, or gold for a formal accent.
Is #6e0724 warm or cool?
#6e0724 reads warm overall because its red base carries strong energy, though its slight plum cast can make it feel cooler than orange-leaning reds under neutral lighting and dark surrounds. That balance suits serious autumn palettes and adds depth without the brownness of many earthy reds.
Is #6e0724 readable on white or black?
#6e0724 has a 12.21:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.71:1 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.