#A13F1F Hex Color

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This mellow, unsaturated red carries a moody, organic weight. Because of its dark, earthy character, #a13f1f works best as a supporting tone or accent rather than a dominant background. Pair it with soft cream or warm gray to ground its intensity. The hex code for this shade is #a13f1f, which offers excellent contrast with white text for readable, punchy interface designs.

Questions about #a13f1f

What is #a13f1f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a13f1f is rgb(161, 63, 31), in HSL hsl(15, 68%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 61%, 81%, 37%.
How should I use #a13f1f in a UI design?
#a13f1f works best as an accent color for call-to-action buttons or highlights because its dark, earthy weight commands attention without overwhelming the viewer. Pair it with warm gray or soft whites to maintain a balanced, professional interface contrast.
What colors pair well with #a13f1f?
This earthy red pairs beautifully with cream or ivory to ground its intensity, while sage provides a natural complementary contrast that feels organic and balanced. Avoid pairing it with overly neon hues, as they clash with its muted character.
Is #a13f1f readable on white or black?
#a13f1f has a 6.46:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.24:1 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.