#90382E Hex Color
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This dim, terracotta-inspired red offers a grounded, rustic aesthetic. Because #90382e is rather unsaturated and dark, it functions best as a sophisticated accent color rather than a large background field, where it might feel muddy. It pairs well with cream or light stone textures to maintain readability, as white text stands out clearly against this shade for high-contrast accessibility.
Questions about #90382e
What is #90382e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #90382e is rgb(144, 56, 46), in HSL hsl(6, 52%, 37%) and in CMYK 0%, 61%, 68%, 44%.
What is the best way to use #90382e in a design?
Because #90382e is a dark and desaturated red, it functions best as a refined accent rather than a primary background color. Use it alongside cream or light stone neutrals to ensure the palette remains readable and sophisticated without feeling muddy.
Is #90382e readable on white or black?
#90382e has a 7.52:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.79:1 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.