#991600 Hex Color
A dark red with earthy depth
Dark and highly saturated, #991600 is a warm red with earthy brown undertones. Its low lightness creates a serious, dramatic mood suited to luxury, wine, sports, and autumn branding. Use the hex code as a small accent or dominant panel with restraint, pairing it with warm cream. White text reads clearly on this color, supporting accessible interface design.
Questions about #991600
What is #991600 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #991600 is rgb(153, 22, 0), in HSL hsl(9, 100%, 30%) and in CMYK 0%, 86%, 100%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #991600?
What mood does #991600 create in a design?
#991600 creates a serious, dramatic mood through its low lightness and high saturation, while warm brown undertones add earthy richness that suits luxury, wine, sports, and autumn-focused branding or editorial layouts.
Is #991600 readable on white or black?
#991600 has a 8.50:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.46:1 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.