#9B1A43 Hex Color
A bold crimson with deep purple intensity
A bold, saturated crimson with heavy purple undertones, #9b1a43 carries intense, dramatic energy. Because of its dark and moody character, it works best as a sharp accent rather than a full page background. Pair it with soft cream or warm gray to ground its inherent aggression. This hex code provides excellent contrast for white text, making it a functional choice for high-impact buttons or calls to action.
Questions about #9b1a43
What is #9b1a43 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9b1a43 is rgb(155, 26, 67), in HSL hsl(341, 71%, 35%) and in CMYK 0%, 83%, 57%, 39%.
What colors pair best with #9b1a43 for design projects?
Does #9b1a43 work well for text on a white background?
Yes, #9b1a43 provides excellent contrast against white, making it a functional and readable choice for high-impact buttons or bold call-to-action elements. However, avoid using it for small body text to ensure maximum accessibility and visual comfort for your readers.
Is #9b1a43 readable on white or black?
#9b1a43 has a 8.00:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.62:1 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.