#911E1E Hex Color
Sophisticated deep red with moody intensity
#911e1e is a deep, muted red with strong maroon undertones. This serious shade carries an inherent sense of intensity, making it an excellent choice for moody brand palettes or formal design accents. While it functions well as a dark background color, it pairs best with cream or soft gold to avoid feeling too harsh. The hex code for this color is #911e1e.
Questions about #911e1e
What is #911e1e in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #911e1e is rgb(145, 30, 30), in HSL hsl(0, 66%, 34%) and in CMYK 0%, 79%, 79%, 43%.
How should I use #911e1e in a design?
Use #911e1e as a strong, formal accent color or a dramatic background to establish authority and depth. To prevent the color from feeling too heavy, pair it with soft cream or light gold highlights, which balance its inherent intensity while maintaining a sophisticated appearance.
What makes #911e1e different from a standard red?
Unlike a bright, primary red, #911e1e carries distinct maroon undertones that pull it toward a more muted, serious spectrum. This makes it ideal for branding or interior design projects that require elegance and emotional weight rather than the high-energy urgency typical of standard reds.
Is #911e1e readable on white or black?
#911e1e has a 8.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.40:1 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.