#9B3441 Hex Color

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This brick red is a dim, unsaturated shade with distinct terracotta undertones. Because it sits on the darker side, #9b3441 carries a moody, serious weight that works best as a supporting accent rather than a full background. It pairs exceptionally well with muted teals or creams. The hex code #9b3441 offers enough contrast for readable white text, making it a reliable choice for buttons or headers.

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What is #9b3441 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?

In RGB, #9b3441 is rgb(155, 52, 65), in HSL hsl(352, 50%, 41%) and in CMYK 0%, 66%, 58%, 39%.

What colors pair best with #9b3441 in a web design palette?

This brick red relies on soft, neutral contrasts to maintain its serious tone, making it ideal to pair with cream or ivory for backgrounds. For a more modern, professional look, incorporate a muted teal to create a sophisticated balance against its warmer, earthy weight.

Is #9b3441 readable on white or black?

#9b3441 has a 7.09:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.96:1 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.

#9B3441 Hex Color

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