#761B16 Hex Color
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This deep, saturated red carries a serious, traditional tone perfect for moody branding or formal designs. Use it as a strong accent rather than a full-page background to keep the interface legible. It offers excellent contrast for white text, with a 10.8:1 ratio that exceeds accessibility standards. The hex code for this intense maroon shade is #761b16.
Questions about #761b16
What is #761b16 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #761b16 is rgb(118, 27, 22), in HSL hsl(3, 69%, 27%) and in CMYK 0%, 77%, 81%, 54%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
How should I use #761b16 in a professional interface?
#761b16 functions best as a striking accent for buttons, headers, or call-to-action elements rather than a full-page background. Because it is so dark and saturated, pair it with white or light cream text to maintain high readability and meeting accessibility standards.
What colors pair well with the deep red of #761b16?
Is #761b16 readable on white or black?
#761b16 has a 10.83:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.93:1 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.