#8A0202 Hex Color
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This dark, intense red carries a heavy, serious mood. Because #8a0202 is so dim and saturated, it works best as a primary branding color or a strong accent rather than a large background. It pairs exceptionally well with muted gold or cream, offering high contrast that remains readable. The hex code for this deep maroon is #8a0202.
Questions about #8a0202
What is #8a0202 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8a0202 is rgb(138, 2, 2), in HSL hsl(0, 97%, 27%) and in CMYK 0%, 99%, 99%, 46%.
What colors pair best with #8a0202 in a professional design?
#8a0202 functions best alongside neutral, muted tones that prevent visual clutter. Pair this deep maroon with cream or soft beige for a readable, classic contrast that maintains a sophisticated and serious brand identity.
Is #8a0202 a suitable choice for body text or large background areas?
Using #8a0202 for large backgrounds or small text often creates readability issues due to its extreme darkness and intensity. It is highly effective as a bold call-to-action button or a primary accent, but keep it away from dense paragraph text.
Is #8a0202 readable on white or black?
#8a0202 has a 10.04:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.09:1 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.