#A23C36 Hex Color
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This dark, unsaturated brick red carries a grounding, rustic weight. Because it sits at a lower chroma, #a23c36 reads as serious and stable rather than energetic. It works best as an accent color or a solid block for moody branding, as it can appear muddy in large, light-filled spaces. Pair it with soft cream or warm off-white for excellent readability and a traditional aesthetic.
Questions about #a23c36
What is #a23c36 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a23c36 is rgb(162, 60, 54), in HSL hsl(3, 50%, 42%) and in CMYK 0%, 63%, 67%, 36%. Browse more shades of brown with names and hex codes.
What colors pair well with #a23c36 for a balanced design?
Because #a23c36 is a dark, unsaturated red, it relies on high-contrast, lighter neutrals to maintain readability. Pairing it with cream or warm off-white creates a sophisticated, traditional aesthetic that softens the color's natural weight without making it appear muddy.
How does #a23c36 function in UI or branding applications?
This brick red functions best as a grounding accent color or a solid background for moody, professional branding. Avoid using it as a primary text color against dark backgrounds, as its low chroma can lead to poor contrast and legibility issues.
Is #a23c36 readable on white or black?
#a23c36 has a 6.48:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.23:1 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.