#8C0A01 Hex Color
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A dense, dark red with earthy, serious undertones, #8c0a01 carries a strong sense of urgency and traditional intensity. Because of its moody, deep saturation, it works best as an accent color rather than a dominant background. Pair it with soft cream or light gray to balance its weight. The hex code for this powerful, shadowy red is #8c0a01.
Questions about #8c0a01
What is #8c0a01 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #8c0a01 is rgb(140, 10, 1), in HSL hsl(4, 99%, 28%) and in CMYK 0%, 93%, 99%, 45%.
How should I use #8c0a01 in my designs without overwhelming the viewer?
#8c0a01 acts best as an accent rather than a primary background color because of its heavy, saturated intensity. Use it for call-to-action buttons or highlights, balancing the deep weight by pairing it with neutral tones like cream or light gray.
Does #8c0a01 have warm or cool undertones?
This shade leans definitively warm, carrying a traditional and urgent energy often associated with deep brick or rustic tones. Its dark, earthen saturation makes it feel grounded and serious, distinct from brighter or cooler crimson varieties that appear more energetic.
Is #8c0a01 readable on white or black?
#8c0a01 has a 9.72:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.15:1 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.