#843330 Hex Color
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This dark, desaturated red carries a moody weight that suits formal branding and dramatic interfaces. Use #843330 as a 10% accent rather than a full background to avoid overwhelming a layout. The hex code offers excellent accessibility, providing an 8.4:1 contrast ratio with white text. It pairs well with warm, light neutrals to balance its inherent intensity.
Questions about #843330
What is #843330 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #843330 is rgb(132, 51, 48), in HSL hsl(2, 47%, 35%) and in CMYK 0%, 61%, 64%, 48%.
How should I use #843330 in a design layout?
#843330 works best as a restrained accent rather than a primary background color, as its heavy, moody intensity can quickly overwhelm a viewer. Use it sparingly to draw the eye to call-to-action buttons or specific interface elements.
What colors pair well with #843330?
Is #843330 readable on white or black?
#843330 has a 8.40:1 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.