#BB1C33 Hex Color
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This saturated red commands immediate attention with its intense, beaming presence. The hex code #bb1c33 functions best as an accent color for calls to action or sports branding, as it can overwhelm larger backgrounds. It pairs well with charcoal or soft grays to ground the energy. White text is highly readable against this shade, maintaining a 6.3:1 contrast ratio that meets accessibility standards.
Questions about #bb1c33
What is #bb1c33 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bb1c33 is rgb(187, 28, 51), in HSL hsl(351, 74%, 42%) and in CMYK 0%, 85%, 73%, 27%.
How should I use #bb1c33 in my UI design?
Use #bb1c33 primarily for high-impact UI elements like call-to-action buttons or critical alerts rather than large backgrounds. Because this shade commands immediate attention, balance its intensity by incorporating ample whitespace or grounding the design with charcoal elements to prevent overwhelming the viewer.
Is #bb1c33 readable on white or black?
#bb1c33 has a 6.31:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.32:1 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.