#78252A Hex Color
A sophisticated and moody dark maroon
A deep, moody maroon, #78252a carries a serious and intense presence. This dark red offers high readability for text, making it a functional choice for strong headers or bold UI elements. While it can feel overwhelming as a full background, it works well as a supporting tone paired with soft cream or warm neutrals. The hex code for this powerful, tradition-inspired shade is #78252a.
Questions about #78252a
What is #78252a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #78252a is rgb(120, 37, 42), in HSL hsl(356, 53%, 31%) and in CMYK 0%, 69%, 65%, 53%.
What colors pair well with #78252a?
Is #78252a suitable for text?
Yes, #78252a provides high readability when used as text on light, neutral backgrounds, offering a more interesting alternative to standard black. However, avoid placing it over busy or dark backgrounds, as the depth of this maroon will cause the text to disappear entirely.
Is #78252a readable on white or black?
#78252a has a 10.01:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.09:1 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.