#991612 Hex Color
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#991612 is a deep, moody red that carries serious intensity. Rather than a background color, use this hex code as a 10% accent to draw attention in formal branding. It pairs beautifully with soft creams or warm grays, and white text maintains excellent readability against this dark tone. Because it is highly saturated, avoid large blocks to keep your layout balanced.
Questions about #991612
What is #991612 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #991612 is rgb(153, 22, 18), in HSL hsl(2, 79%, 34%) and in CMYK 0%, 86%, 88%, 40%.
How should I use #991612 in a design layout?
Use #991612 sparingly as a ten percent accent rather than a background color to maintain visual balance. Because it is highly saturated, it draws attention effectively in formal branding without overwhelming the viewer when paired with cream or warm gray neutrals.
Is #991612 readable on white or black?
#991612 has a 8.47:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.47:1 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.