#7B1113 Hex Color
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UP Maroon is a deep, serious shade that carries a heavy, moody presence. Because of its dark saturation, it works best as an accent rather than a full-page background, where it can feel overwhelming. Pair this red with cream or soft gold to lift its intensity. The hex code for this color is #7b1113. It offers high contrast for white text, making it legible for formal designs.
Questions about UP Maroon
What is the hex code for UP Maroon?
UP Maroon is #7b1113. In RGB that is rgb(123, 17, 19), in HSL hsl(359, 76%, 27%) and in CMYK 0%, 86%, 85%, 52%.
Does #7b1113 work well for text in digital designs?
This deep maroon offers high contrast against white or off-white backgrounds, making it a legible choice for formal text. Avoid using it over busy or dark backgrounds, as the low lightness levels can cause the text to fade into the background.
What colors complement #7b1113 for a balanced palette?
To lift the heavy intensity of #7b1113, pair it with soft neutrals like cream or warm beige which provide a gentle balance. For more striking combinations, accents of gold or soft sage help brighten the overall design scheme effectively.
Is UP Maroon readable on white or black?
UP Maroon has a 10.87:1 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.