#A83A2A Hex Color
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#a83a2a is a warm, brick red with earthy, saturated undertones. This grounded shade leans towards terracotta, offering a rustic character that works well as a bold accent color rather than a dominant background. It pairs effectively with deep charcoals or soft creams for a balanced aesthetic. Because it maintains strong contrast against white, you can use the hex code #a83a2a for high-visibility UI elements and call-to-action buttons.
Questions about #a83a2a
What is #a83a2a in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #a83a2a is rgb(168, 58, 42), in HSL hsl(8, 60%, 41%) and in CMYK 0%, 65%, 75%, 34%.
Where is #a83a2a best used in web design?
Use #a83a2a primarily as a high-contrast accent or call-to-action button color rather than a large background. Its natural vibrance cuts through neutral interfaces, drawing the user eye effectively when paired against soft cream or clean white backgrounds.
What neutral colors pair best with #a83a2a?
This shade of brick red works beautifully alongside deep charcoal or warm greys, which ground the intensity of the pigment. For a lighter approach, pairing it with soft cream provides a balanced, organic contrast that feels modern yet rustic.
Is #a83a2a readable on white or black?
#a83a2a has a 6.35:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.30:1 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.