#86252C Hex Color
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#86252c is a dark, muted red with warm brown undertones, giving layouts a serious, traditional feel. Its restrained saturation suits moody branding, wine labels, autumn palettes, and formal editorial work. Use it as a dominant background with white type, which provides about 9.1:1 contrast. The hex code for this deep red is #86252c.
Questions about #86252c
What is #86252c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #86252c is rgb(134, 37, 44), in HSL hsl(356, 57%, 34%) and in CMYK 0%, 72%, 67%, 47%.
What colors pair well with #86252c?
#86252c pairs well with white, cream, charcoal, and muted gold accents because these colors balance its deep red base without competing with its warm brown undertones; use cream for softer editorial work or charcoal for a restrained, formal palette.
Does #86252c read as warm or cool?
#86252c reads as a warm, dark red because its muted surface is softened by brown undertones rather than blue or violet, giving the shade a grounded, traditional character that feels more autumnal than cool or jewel-toned.
Is #86252c readable on white or black?
#86252c has a 9.07:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.31:1 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.