#7C2529 Hex Color
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#7c2529 is a dense, moody red with serious undertones and low saturation. This dark shade feels grounded and authoritative, making it an excellent choice for headers or accents in formal branding. It pairs beautifully with cream or soft gold to avoid looking muddy. Because of its high contrast ratio against light text, it works well for readable body copy on websites. The hex code for this color is #7c2529.
Questions about #7c2529
What is #7c2529 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #7c2529 is rgb(124, 37, 41), in HSL hsl(357, 54%, 32%) and in CMYK 0%, 70%, 67%, 51%.
What colors pair well with #7c2529?
This deep, grounded shade balances well with warm neutrals like cream or soft gold. Using these lighter tones prevents the color from appearing muddy while maintaining the authoritative, formal mood required for high-end branding or editorial design.
Is #7c2529 suitable for text?
Yes, this dark red provides a strong contrast ratio against light backgrounds, making it a reliable choice for readable body copy. It offers a more distinctive, character-filled alternative to standard charcoal text while maintaining necessary accessibility standards.
Is #7c2529 readable on white or black?
#7c2529 has a 9.75:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.15:1 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.