#822A38 Hex Color
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This dark, desaturated red carries a serious weight without feeling aggressive. Because it is dim, it serves best as a bold accent or a moody background for professional branding. White text remains highly readable against this shade, ensuring clear accessibility. The hex code for this color is #822a38. Pair it with soft, cool greys to balance its intensity within larger layout designs.
Questions about #822a38
What is #822a38 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #822a38 is rgb(130, 42, 56), in HSL hsl(350, 51%, 34%) and in CMYK 0%, 68%, 57%, 49%.
How should I pair #822a38 in a design layout?
Use #822a38 alongside neutral, cool-toned backgrounds to effectively temper its heavy, saturated nature. A soft slate gray or off-white backdrop allows this dark red to serve as a strong, readable accent without overwhelming the overall composition of your interface.
Is #822a38 readable on white or black?
#822a38 has a 8.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.33:1 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.