#731414 Hex Color
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This dark, desaturated red carries a heavy, serious mood perfect for formal branding or moody UI backgrounds. Because it is so deep, white text offers excellent readability against it. Use the hex code #731414 as a base color for a grounded, traditional look, or pair it with warm metallics like brushed gold to avoid a muddy appearance in smaller design elements.
Questions about #731414
What is #731414 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #731414 is rgb(115, 20, 20), in HSL hsl(0, 70%, 26%) and in CMYK 0%, 83%, 83%, 55%.
What colors pair well with #731414 for a balanced design?
This deep red works beautifully with brushed gold or warm metallics to add a touch of luxury without clutter. For a cleaner, grounded aesthetic, pair it with soft creams or warm grays to avoid making the overall palette feel too heavy or muddy.
Is #731414 a suitable choice for body text on a website?
While #731414 is dark enough to be legible against a white background, it should be reserved for headings or accent elements rather than long-form body text. Its heavy, moody character is most effective when used to draw attention to specific UI components or call-to-action buttons.
Is #731414 readable on white or black?
#731414 has a 11.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.83:1 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.