#74112F Hex Color
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#74112f is a dark, warm red with rich wine and plum undertones. Its low lightness creates a serious, dramatic mood, while strong saturation adds passion and energy. Use it as a dominant background for luxury, sports, or autumn branding, with white text for clear contrast. The hex code is #74112f.
Questions about #74112f
What is #74112f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #74112f is rgb(116, 17, 47), in HSL hsl(342, 74%, 26%) and in CMYK 0%, 85%, 59%, 55%.
What colors pair well with #74112f?
#74112f pairs well with white, cream, blush, and muted sage; for a softer palette, add warm taupe and charcoal as restrained supporting neutrals around the darker red.
Does #74112f read as warm or cool?
It reads as a warm dark red because its red base is balanced by wine and plum undertones, giving designs a passionate, grounded feel rather than a crisp or icy one.
Is #74112f readable on white or black?
#74112f has a 11.26:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.86:1 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.