#8B1B44 Hex Color
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Dark and muted, #8b1b44 is a warm pink with a plum-red undertone. Its low lightness creates a serious, mysterious mood, while softened saturation adds tenderness and romance. Use this hex code as a supporting tone for cosmetics, fashion, nightlife, or moody branding. White text reads clearly on it, making it practical for dark backgrounds and body copy.
Questions about #8b1b44
What is #8b1b44 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8b1b44 is rgb(139, 27, 68), in HSL hsl(338, 67%, 33%) and in CMYK 0%, 81%, 51%, 45%.
What colors pair well with #8b1b44 in a palette?
Does #8b1b44 read as a warm or cool color?
#8b1b44 reads as a warm, dark pink because its plum-red base leans toward red rather than blue, giving it a grounded presence beside cooler purples and blues in a palette. Its muted saturation keeps the warmth restrained, creating a romantic and mysterious mood.
Is #8b1b44 readable on white or black?
#8b1b44 has a 8.98:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.33:1 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.