#A50E39 Hex Color
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This intense red commands attention with high saturation and deep, moody undertones. Because it offers excellent contrast with white text at a 7.7:1 ratio, it functions best as a bold accent or a high-impact call to action. The hex code for this powerful shade is #a50e39. Use it sparingly to avoid overwhelming a layout, as its intensity dominates surrounding elements.
Questions about #a50e39
What is #a50e39 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a50e39 is rgb(165, 14, 57), in HSL hsl(343, 84%, 35%) and in CMYK 0%, 92%, 65%, 35%.
How can I effectively use #a50e39 in a user interface?
#a50e39 works best as a deliberate accent for buttons or calls to action rather than a background color. Its high saturation commands attention, so apply it sparingly against neutral backgrounds like charcoal or soft white to prevent visual fatigue.
Is #a50e39 readable on white or black?
#a50e39 has a 7.71:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.72:1 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.