#B71105 Hex Color
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#b71105 is a saturated, aggressive red that commands attention. Because of its intensity and high chroma, it performs best as an accent color for calls to action or alert indicators rather than a large background. It pairs cleanly with stark white text, maintaining a strong 6.8:1 contrast ratio that ensures high readability in UI designs. Use this hex code sparingly to maintain its impact.
Questions about #b71105
What is #b71105 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #b71105 is rgb(183, 17, 5), in HSL hsl(4, 95%, 37%) and in CMYK 0%, 91%, 97%, 28%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
Where should I use the #b71105 red color in my UI design?
This shade is best used for high-impact calls to action or urgent alert indicators because of its aggressive intensity. Avoid using #b71105 as a large background color, as its high saturation can quickly overwhelm a user interface and create visual fatigue.
What colors pair well with #b71105 for a balanced palette?
Is #b71105 readable on white or black?
#b71105 has a 6.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.09:1 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.