#9E3A1D Hex Color
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This muted, earthy red brings a sense of grounded warmth to any palette. The hex code #9e3a1d feels serious and moody, making it better suited as a 10% accent rather than a dominant background. Because it is quite dark, prioritize high-contrast white text for legibility, as it offers a 6.8:1 ratio. Pair this shade with soft creams or warm grays to avoid a muddy aesthetic.
Questions about #9e3a1d
What is #9e3a1d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9e3a1d is rgb(158, 58, 29), in HSL hsl(13, 69%, 37%) and in CMYK 0%, 63%, 82%, 38%.
How should I use #9e3a1d in my UI design?
Use #9e3a1d as a sparing 10% accent color to maintain a balanced, professional look. Because it is a dark, saturated red, it works best when paired with soft neutral tones or light grays rather than being used as a dominant background.
Is #9e3a1d readable on white or black?
#9e3a1d has a 6.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.07:1 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.