#AB2625 Hex Color
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The hex code #ab2625 is a dark, saturated red with warm brick and terracotta undertones. Its strong depth brings urgency and confidence, while its earthy cast keeps the color grounded rather than flashy. Use the hex code for calls to action, sports branding, autumn palettes, or rustic accents; white text reads clearly on it, meeting WCAG AA for body text.
Questions about #ab2625
What is #ab2625 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ab2625 is rgb(171, 38, 37), in HSL hsl(0, 64%, 41%) and in CMYK 0%, 78%, 78%, 33%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
Which colors pair well with #ab2625?
Where does #ab2625 work best in a palette?
Use #ab2625 as a focused accent or a strong brand base when a palette needs warmth and urgency; it suits calls to action, sports graphics, food packaging, autumn layouts, and large typography better than dense full-page backgrounds.
Does #ab2625 read as warm or cool?
#ab2625 reads warm because its saturated red has a subtle brick-like, orange-brown cast rather than a blue or purple bias, while its relatively low lightness adds a serious, grounded feel to rustic, traditional, and autumn-focused palettes.
Is #ab2625 readable on white or black?
#ab2625 has a 6.91:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.03:1 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.