#9D4031 Hex Color
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#9d4031 is a dark, muted red with warm brown undertones and a weathered terracotta character. Its low saturation feels grounded and serious, while the red base adds energy and urgency. Use this hex code as a strong accent with cream or charcoal in rustic branding, autumn palettes, and food packaging. White text achieves about 6.5:1 contrast.
Questions about #9d4031
What is #9d4031 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9d4031 is rgb(157, 64, 49), in HSL hsl(8, 52%, 40%) and in CMYK 0%, 59%, 69%, 38%.
What colors pair well with #9d4031?
#9d4031 pairs well with cream, charcoal, warm beige, and muted olive, balancing its earthy red warmth without competing with its weathered terracotta character. Use cream for softer layouts and charcoal for stronger contrast in branding, packaging, or interface accents.
Does #9d4031 work with white text?
#9d4031 provides about a 6.5:1 contrast ratio with white, which meets WCAG AA for normal-sized text. Verify the exact rendered color and font treatment in your interface, especially when adding transparency or overlays.
Is #9d4031 readable on white or black?
#9d4031 has a 6.53:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.21:1 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 works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.