#961F35 Hex Color
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#961f35 is a dark, warm red with berry and wine undertones. Its low lightness and strong saturation create a serious, dramatic mood with energy and passion. The hex code #961f35 works best as an accent or supporting tone in wine branding, luxury layouts, sports graphics, and autumn palettes. White text provides strong, accessible contrast against this shade.
Questions about #961f35
What is #961f35 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #961f35 is rgb(150, 31, 53), in HSL hsl(349, 66%, 35%) and in CMYK 0%, 79%, 65%, 41%.
What colors pair well with #961f35?
#961f35 pairs well with cream, white, charcoal, muted gold, and dusty blush tones, which balance its deep berry-red depth without competing with its strong saturation; lighter neutrals create clear contrast, while warm accents build a rich, autumn-inspired palette.
Does #961f35 read as warm or cool?
#961f35 reads as a warm, dramatic red because its red base is pulled toward berry and wine rather than blue, while its deep value and high saturation create a serious, passionate feel in layouts. It works best as an accent or supporting tone when a design needs depth.
Is #961f35 readable on white or black?
#961f35 has a 8.25:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.54:1 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.