#843236 Hex Color
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#843236 is a dark maroon red with muted warmth and an earthy, subdued character. It reads serious and grounded, making it a strong choice for moody backgrounds, wine branding, and autumn themes. White text passes contrast checks against this shade for accessible design.
Questions about #843236
What is #843236 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #843236 is rgb(132, 50, 54), in HSL hsl(357, 45%, 36%) and in CMYK 0%, 62%, 59%, 48%.
What colors pair well with #843236?
It pairs well with soft cream, warm taupe, and muted olive for a natural palette, or with charcoal for a darker, more formal feel.
What mood does #843236 convey?
It reads warm, serious, and grounded, carrying the passion of red with a calm, earthy restraint.
Is #843236 readable on white or black?
#843236 has a 8.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.49:1 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.