#A21622 Hex Color
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The hex code #a21622 is a dark, saturated red with warm, slightly muted undertones and strong visual weight. Its bold energy suits calls to action, sports branding, food packaging, and dramatic accents, but large backgrounds can feel heavy. Use it as a small accent with charcoal or soft ivory. White text provides about 7.9:1 contrast.
Questions about #a21622
What is #a21622 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a21622 is rgb(162, 22, 34), in HSL hsl(355, 76%, 36%) and in CMYK 0%, 86%, 79%, 36%.
What colors pair well with #a21622?
Charcoal and soft ivory balance #a21622 without competing with its strong visual weight, while muted sage or dusty rose can soften its warmth. Use the red as an accent against lighter neutrals for a cleaner, more controlled palette.
Does #a21622 look warm or cool?
#a21622 reads as a warm red because its deep red base carries subtle muted undertones rather than a blue- or violet-leaning cast. That warmth gives it energy and appetite appeal, while its low lightness keeps the mood serious and dramatic.
Is #a21622 readable on white or black?
#a21622 has a 7.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.67:1 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.