#9E2F22 Hex Color
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#9e2f22 is a dark, muted brick red with warm terracotta undertones. The hex code reads grounded rather than loud, so it works best as a dominant base in rustic branding, autumn palettes, or moody backgrounds. White text hits about 7.3:1 contrast, which clears AA for small body copy. Pair it with sage or cream to keep it from feeling heavy.
Questions about #9e2f22
What is #9e2f22 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9e2f22 is rgb(158, 47, 34), in HSL hsl(6, 65%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 70%, 78%, 38%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #9e2f22?
Sage green, cream, and warm tan all flatter #9e2f22, adding contrast while keeping its earthy warmth. Pure white can make it read harsh, so soften the pairing slightly.
Is #9e2f22 readable on white or black?
#9e2f22 has a 7.28:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.88:1 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.