#A11716 Hex Color
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The hex code #a11716 is a dark, saturated red with warm crimson and subtle brown undertones. Its strong intensity brings urgency, passion, and authority to branding, sales graphics, sports layouts, and calls to action. Use it as a focused accent beside charcoal or warm ivory rather than a full-page background. White text reads clearly on this hex code and meets WCAG AA body-text contrast.
Questions about #a11716
What is #a11716 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a11716 is rgb(161, 23, 22), in HSL hsl(0, 76%, 36%) and in CMYK 0%, 86%, 86%, 37%.
What colors pair well with #a11716?
#a11716 pairs well with charcoal, ivory, and muted tan, which soften its intensity while preserving its warm character; navy or deep teal can provide a stronger, more dramatic contrast for bold palettes.
Does #a11716 look warm or cool?
#a11716 reads as a warm red because its saturated crimson base carries subtle brown undertones, giving it more visual heat and earthiness than cooler, blue-based reds in surrounding palettes. This warmth supports urgent, passionate, and authoritative messages.
Is #a11716 readable on white or black?
#a11716 has a 7.92:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.64:1 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.