#A5182D Hex Color
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This saturated, intense red carries a sense of urgency and power. Because it is deep and dark, #a5182d functions best as an accent color for calls to action or sports branding rather than a large background. Pair this hex code with soft, off-white tones for the highest readability, as white text stands out clearly against its moody, bold surface.
Questions about #a5182d
What is #a5182d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a5182d is rgb(165, 24, 45), in HSL hsl(351, 75%, 37%) and in CMYK 0%, 85%, 73%, 35%.
How should I use #a5182d in my designs?
Use #a5182d primarily as an accent color for call-to-action buttons or high-energy sports branding because its intense saturation overwhelms the eye on large surfaces. It provides excellent readability when paired with cream or off-white text.
Is #a5182d readable on white or black?
#a5182d has a 7.58:1 contrast ratio on white and 2.76:1 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.