#723A2B Hex Color
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Dark, muted maroon is a warm red-brown with subdued earthy undertones. The hex code for this shade is #723a2b. Its low saturation and deep value create a serious, moody presence suited to autumn palettes, wine branding, and formal layouts. Use it as a dominant background with generous spacing, or pair it with cream and muted sage. White text reaches about 8.9:1 contrast.
Questions about #723a2b
What is #723a2b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #723a2b is rgb(114, 58, 43), in HSL hsl(13, 45%, 31%) and in CMYK 0%, 49%, 62%, 55%.
What colors pair well with #723a2b?
#723a2b pairs well with cream and muted sage, which soften its dark, earthy character without removing its warmth. Use pale neutrals for space, or add dusty blue-green accents when the palette needs cooler contrast.
Is #723a2b readable on white or black?
#723a2b has a 8.91:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.35:1 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.