#9A2526 Hex Color
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Deep and saturated, brick red #9a2526 carries terracotta warmth with a dark, grounded edge. It reads bold without shouting, which suits accents, calls to action, and large type better than fine detail. White text sits comfortably on this hex code, hitting about 7.9:1 contrast for accessible buttons and labels. Pair it with cream or muted sage for a rustic, autumn feel.
Questions about #9a2526
What is #9a2526 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9a2526 is rgb(154, 37, 38), in HSL hsl(359, 61%, 37%) and in CMYK 0%, 76%, 75%, 40%.
What colors pair well with #9a2526?
Cream, muted sage, and soft terracotta tones balance this red's darkness without dulling it. For higher contrast, try pairing it with navy or deep charcoal in moody, rustic layouts.
Is #9a2526 readable on white or black?
#9a2526 has a 7.87:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.66:1 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.