#9D234F Hex Color
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A saturated, deep raspberry tone, #9d234f carries a heavy, moody presence. It works best as an accent color for buttons or highlights, as it can overwhelm larger surfaces. This shade pairs exceptionally well with cool, desaturated teals or warm creams to soften its intensity. Because the hex code #9d234f is quite dark, white text offers excellent readability at a 7.5:1 contrast ratio.
Questions about #9d234f
What is #9d234f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9d234f is rgb(157, 35, 79), in HSL hsl(338, 64%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 78%, 50%, 38%.
What colors pair well with #9d234f in a design scheme?
Is #9d234f suitable for text on a white background?
Yes, #9d234f is quite dark and provides excellent readability against white or light backgrounds. With a high contrast ratio of roughly 7.5:1, it satisfies accessibility standards, making it a reliable choice for buttons or bold, readable typographic accents.
Is #9d234f readable on white or black?
#9d234f has a 7.53:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.78:1 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.