#993D49 Hex Color
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This muted, brick-toned red carries a serious and grounded mood. Because of its dark and unsaturated quality, #993d49 functions best as a sophisticated accent color rather than a primary background. It pairs exceptionally well with warm ochres or deep charcoals. The hex code for this shade is #993d49, which offers enough contrast for white text to remain legible for body copy.
Questions about #993d49
What is #993d49 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #993d49 is rgb(153, 61, 73), in HSL hsl(352, 43%, 42%) and in CMYK 0%, 60%, 52%, 40%.
How can I best use #993d49 in a design palette?
This muted brick tone serves best as a sophisticated accent rather than a primary shade. It pairs effectively with charcoal or deep neutral grays, allowing the red to ground the composition without feeling too aggressive or overwhelming for the viewer.
Is #993d49 considered a warm or cool shade?
While red is traditionally a warm color, this specific shade leans earthy and grounded, making it feel less vibrant than a standard cherry red. Its desaturated quality bridges the gap between warmth and a professional, serious mood perfect for corporate branding.
Is #993d49 readable on white or black?
#993d49 has a 6.73:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.11:1 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.