#9A1032 Hex Color
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This deep, muted red projects authority and intensity without feeling overly bright. With its dark, moody character, #9a1032 works best as a primary accent color rather than a large background block. Pair it with soft, warm creams for a sophisticated vintage look. Because it offers strong contrast against white text, the hex code #9a1032 is a smart choice for bold, readable UI elements.
Questions about #9a1032
What is #9a1032 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9a1032 is rgb(154, 16, 50), in HSL hsl(345, 81%, 33%) and in CMYK 0%, 90%, 68%, 40%.
What colors pair well with the deep red of #9a1032?
How should I use #9a1032 in UI design?
Use #9a1032 sparingly as a primary accent color for buttons, icons, or headers rather than a large background block. Its dark, moody character demands attention and provides excellent readability against light-colored text or interface elements.
Is #9a1032 readable on white or black?
#9a1032 has a 8.41:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.49:1 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.