#821B04 Hex Color
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Dark and warm, #821b04 is a muted reddish maroon with earthy brown undertones. Its low lightness creates a serious, moody presence, while its red warmth adds energy and urgency. Use the hex code #821b04 as a supporting brand color, accent, or dramatic background. White text provides about 10.0:1 contrast for accessible interfaces.
Questions about #821b04
What is #821b04 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #821b04 is rgb(130, 27, 4), in HSL hsl(11, 94%, 26%) and in CMYK 0%, 79%, 97%, 49%.
What colors pair well with #821b04?
#821b04 pairs well with warm neutrals such as cream, sand, and terracotta, while muted sage or navy can create a restrained contrast without competing with its deep red-brown warmth in a palette.
Where does #821b04 work best in a design?
#821b04 works well as a supporting brand color, accent, border, or dramatic background, where its low lightness adds seriousness and energy without making the entire layout feel heavy, overly dark, or visually dense.
Is #821b04 readable on white or black?
#821b04 has a 9.96:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.10:1 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.