#991939 Hex Color
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#991939 is a deep, muted maroon with strong red undertones. Because it carries such intense, moody energy, this color functions best as an accent rather than a full page background. It pairs exceptionally well with muted gold or cool slate greys. The hex code for this serious, authoritative shade is #991939, and it provides enough contrast for white text to remain legible.
Questions about #991939
What is #991939 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #991939 is rgb(153, 25, 57), in HSL hsl(345, 72%, 35%) and in CMYK 0%, 84%, 63%, 40%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
How should I effectively use #991939 in a design project?
Because #991939 is a highly saturated and moody shade, it is best utilized as a bold accent color rather than a primary background. It provides excellent contrast for white text, making it a strong choice for headers, call-to-action buttons, or graphical borders.
Which colors pair best with the #991939 maroon shade?
This deep color works harmoniously with neutral, muted tones that soften its intensity. Pair #991939 with a soft slate grey to create a balanced, professional look, or use a muted gold accent to add a touch of warmth and sophistication to your composition.
Is #991939 readable on white or black?
#991939 has a 8.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.55:1 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.