#9E1B32 Hex Color
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This strong, saturated brick red commands attention with its intense, grounded warmth. Because #9e1b32 carries significant weight, it works best as a punchy accent color rather than a dominant background. Pair it with soft cream or slate gray to avoid overwhelming the eye. It offers excellent contrast for white typography, making it a reliable choice for buttons or bold headlines in modern, rustic-inspired UI design.
Questions about #9e1b32
What is #9e1b32 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9e1b32 is rgb(158, 27, 50), in HSL hsl(349, 71%, 36%) and in CMYK 0%, 83%, 68%, 38%.
What colors pair best with the brick red of #9e1b32?
Because #9e1b32 carries significant intensity, it balances best against neutral, low-contrast partners like soft cream or slate gray. These cooling tones effectively manage the visual weight of this red, preventing it from overwhelming your primary layout or typography.
Is #9e1b32 readable on white or black?
#9e1b32 has a 7.90:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.65:1 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.