#993A40 Hex Color
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#993a40 is a dim, brick-red tone with a grounded, earthy quality. This desaturated shade carries a moody weight that functions best as an accent rather than a dominant background color. It pairs effectively with off-whites or muted creams to improve readability. Designers often use this hex code to inject rustic warmth or serious urgency into interfaces without overwhelming the user.
Questions about #993a40
What is #993a40 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #993a40 is rgb(153, 58, 64), in HSL hsl(356, 45%, 41%) and in CMYK 0%, 62%, 58%, 40%.
Does #993a40 work well for text on white backgrounds?
This brick red tone is generally dark enough for use as body text on high-contrast white backgrounds, but you should verify it against specific accessibility guidelines to ensure it passes WCAG contrast ratio requirements for readability at smaller font sizes.
What colors pair naturally with #993a40?
To balance the moody, earthy weight of #993a40, pair it with muted creams, off-whites, or soft warm greys. These neutral backgrounds allow the brick-red undertones to stand out as a sophisticated accent without overwhelming the overall design of your interface.
Is #993a40 readable on white or black?
#993a40 has a 6.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.03:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.