#77110C Hex Color
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#77110c is a dark, moody maroon with a heavy, saturated presence. Because it is so deep and pigmented, it works best as a primary branding element or a bold accent rather than a full-page background, where it can feel claustrophobic. It pairs exceptionally well with muted gold or cream for a sophisticated, high-contrast look. The hex code for this intense, shadowy red is #77110c.
Questions about #77110c
What is #77110c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #77110c is rgb(119, 17, 12), in HSL hsl(3, 82%, 26%) and in CMYK 0%, 86%, 90%, 53%.
How should I use #77110c in my design work?
Because #77110c is so deeply pigmented, treat it as a bold accent color rather than a primary background to avoid an overwhelming effect. It shines best in small, high-impact areas like buttons, headers, or distinct graphic elements.
What color combinations work best with #77110c?
This dark maroon pairs beautifully with muted creams or soft metallic gold tones to create a balanced, sophisticated aesthetic. Avoid pairing it with other dark shades, as the high density of this color can easily feel muddy and lose visual distinction.
Is #77110c readable on white or black?
#77110c has a 11.23:1 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.