#861823 Hex Color
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#861823 is a dark, muted red with warm maroon undertones and a serious, dramatic presence. Its low lightness suits luxury, wine, sports, and formal branding, especially as a background or strong supporting tone. White text remains highly legible against it, with about 9.7:1 contrast. The hex code #861823 also brings passion, urgency, and tradition to autumn palettes.
Questions about #861823
What is #861823 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #861823 is rgb(134, 24, 35), in HSL hsl(354, 70%, 31%) and in CMYK 0%, 82%, 74%, 47%.
What colors pair well with #861823?
#861823 pairs well with cream, beige, muted gold, and dusty rose, which soften its dark warmth while preserving a formal, wine-inspired character in brand palettes, editorial layouts, and packaging design. Use white for a crisp, high-contrast pairing.
Is #861823 a warm or cool color?
#861823 reads as a warm color because its dark red base leans toward maroon, giving it earthy, passionate, and traditional associations rather than the sharper feel of cooler, blue-based reds. Its low lightness also makes it feel formal and dramatic.
Is #861823 readable on white or black?
#861823 has a 9.68:1 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.