#9C0006 Hex Color
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Reach for #9c0006 when a design needs a deep red that reads serious instead of loud. This dark maroon works as a dominant base in wine branding and moody layouts, and white text on it hits about 8.7:1 contrast, well past WCAG AA for small body text. Next to black it can turn muddy, so keep some breathing room. The hex code fits autumn palettes and formal accents.
Questions about #9c0006
What is #9c0006 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9c0006 is rgb(156, 0, 6), in HSL hsl(358, 100%, 31%) and in CMYK 0%, 100%, 96%, 39%.
What colors pair well with #9c0006?
Cream, dusty gold, and charcoal all pair well with #9c0006. The dark red flatters warm neutrals better than bright white, which can wash out its depth.
Is #9c0006 readable on white or black?
#9c0006 has a 8.69:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.41:1 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.