#BB0F15 Hex Color
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Strong, saturated, and unmissable, this red commands attention even in small doses. The hex code #bb0f15 is dark enough to carry white text at AA contrast, roughly 6.6:1, which makes it a reliable pick for buttons, badges, and calls to action. As a full background it can feel loud, so spend it like a 10 percent accent. Deep navy makes it look richer than black ever will.
Questions about #bb0f15
What is #bb0f15 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bb0f15 is rgb(187, 15, 21), in HSL hsl(358, 85%, 40%) and in CMYK 0%, 92%, 89%, 27%.
What colors pair well with #bb0f15?
Deep navy makes #bb0f15 look richer than black does, and warm golds or soft creams keep it from reading harsh. Placing it directly against pure white can make the red feel strident.
Is #bb0f15 readable on white or black?
#bb0f15 has a 6.57:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.19:1 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.