#87090B Hex Color
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The hex code for this deep, authoritative red is #87090b. It brings a sense of tradition and intensity to any design palette. White text provides excellent contrast against this dark shade, making it ideal for bold, readable headlines. Designers should use #87090b as a strong accent rather than a full background to prevent it from feeling too gloomy in digital layouts.
Questions about #87090b
What is #87090b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #87090b is rgb(135, 9, 11), in HSL hsl(359, 88%, 28%) and in CMYK 0%, 93%, 92%, 47%.
What colors pair well with #87090b?
#87090b works well with neutral tones to keep the focus on its natural intensity, particularly cream or light gray backgrounds. For a sharper, high-contrast look, pair it with standard white text, which makes the deep, authoritative red feel clean and highly readable.
Is #87090b a good choice for a full background color?
It is generally too dark for a full-page background as it can feel gloomy and strain the eyes of your readers. Instead, use #87090b as a strong accent color for buttons, specific call-to-action sections, or bold headlines to maintain impact without sacrificing accessibility.
Is #87090b readable on white or black?
#87090b has a 10.12:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.07:1 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.