#AA3649 Hex Color
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This brick red carries a warm, grounded intensity. Because it is highly saturated, #aa3649 works best as a bold accent rather than a full page background. It pairs nicely with cool grays or soft creams to balance its heat. The hex code for this color is #aa3649. White text remains legible here, offering a 6.3:1 contrast ratio that meets accessibility standards.
Questions about #aa3649
What is #aa3649 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #aa3649 is rgb(170, 54, 73), in HSL hsl(350, 52%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 68%, 57%, 33%.
How can I balance the intensity of #aa3649 in a design?
Use #aa3649 as a high-impact accent color rather than a primary background to avoid overwhelming your composition. It creates a sophisticated, grounded aesthetic when balanced against neutrals like cool gray or soft, muted creams that soften its heat.
Is #aa3649 readable on white or black?
#aa3649 has a 6.30:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.33:1 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.