#9F004D Hex Color
Bold and seductive deep saturated magenta
This intense, saturated magenta carries a bold, seductive energy that demands attention. Because it is quite dark and heavy, #9f004d works best as a high-impact accent color rather than a primary background. It pairs well with crisp white for readability, providing an 8.1:1 contrast ratio that meets strict accessibility standards. Use this hex code sparingly to add personality to branding, UI highlights, or fashion layouts.
Questions about #9f004d
What is #9f004d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #9f004d is rgb(159, 0, 77), in HSL hsl(331, 100%, 31%) and in CMYK 0%, 100%, 52%, 38%.
How should I use #9f004d in web design?
#9f004d functions best as a high-impact accent color rather than a primary background due to its saturated intensity. Because it holds significant visual weight, reserve this tone for call-to-action buttons, notification badges, or subtle UI highlights that need immediate user attention.
What colors pair well with #9f004d?
This magenta pairs exceptionally well with a crisp white for maximum readability, as it achieves an 8.1:1 contrast ratio that satisfies accessibility standards. For a more sophisticated look, balance its intensity against neutral backgrounds like charcoal or soft cool gray to ground the palette.
Is #9f004d readable on white or black?
#9f004d has a 8.13:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.58:1 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.