#B21E5C Hex Color
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A bold raspberry pink with real punch. #b21e5c is a strong, saturated shade that reads warm thanks to its deep magenta undertones. It works best as an accent or call-to-action color, where its energy grabs attention fast. At large sizes it can feel loud, so pair it with muted neutrals like charcoal or cream to keep it in check.
Questions about #b21e5c
What is #b21e5c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b21e5c is rgb(178, 30, 92), in HSL hsl(335, 71%, 41%) and in CMYK 0%, 83%, 48%, 30%.
What colors pair well with #b21e5c?
Muted neutrals like charcoal, cream, and warm gray let #b21e5c stand out without competition. For a richer palette, try navy or deep teal, which cool down its warmth.
Is #b21e5c a warm or cool color?
It reads warm. Its red base and magenta undertones give it heat, even though the blue in its makeup keeps it from feeling as fiery as a true red.
Can white text sit on #b21e5c?
Yes. White text on #b21e5c reaches a contrast ratio of about 6.5:1, which clears WCAG AA for body text and works well for buttons and labels.
Is #b21e5c readable on white or black?
#b21e5c has a 6.49:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.23:1 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.