#78151C Hex Color
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#78151c is a darkened red with significant depth and moody undertones. Its low lightness makes it an excellent choice for a dramatic base or a formal accent color. Use it sparingly, as large blocks can feel heavy or muddy on screen. White text provides the best readability against this intense shade, achieving a contrast ratio of 10.9:1. The hex code for this red is #78151c.
Questions about #78151c
What is #78151c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #78151c is rgb(120, 21, 28), in HSL hsl(356, 70%, 28%) and in CMYK 0%, 83%, 77%, 53%.
How do I use #78151c effectively in a layout?
Because #78151c is extremely dark, use it as a base or background color rather than for fine text. It pairs beautifully with off-white or pale beige elements, ensuring the contrast remains high enough for excellent readability.
Does #78151c lean warm or cool?
This color sits on the cooler end of the red spectrum due to its deep, dark saturation. It lacks the brightness of a true candy apple red, which gives it a sophisticated, formal quality suitable for professional design applications.
Is #78151c readable on white or black?
#78151c has a 10.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 1.92:1 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.