#85172F Hex Color
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The hex code #85172f is a dark, warm red with strong saturation and a slightly wine-like undertone. Its low lightness creates a serious, intense mood suited to luxury, food, sports, and formal branding. Use it as a dominant background with white text, which reaches about 9.7:1 contrast, or as a focused accent.
Questions about #85172f
What is #85172f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #85172f is rgb(133, 23, 47), in HSL hsl(347, 71%, 31%) and in CMYK 0%, 83%, 65%, 48%.
What colors pair well with #85172f?
Pair #85172f with warm ivory, soft blush, or muted sage to temper its intensity while preserving its rich character, especially in branding palettes that need warmth without losing a formal, dramatic edge. Pale neutrals keep the composition balanced.
Is #85172f readable on white or black?
#85172f has a 9.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.16:1 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.