#BB2528 Hex Color
Bold red that burns steady and warm
A strong, saturated red that sits just dark enough to feel rich instead of harsh. The hex code #bb2528 works best as an accent or call to action, where its warmth draws the eye without taking over a layout. White text reads clearly on it at about 6.2:1 contrast, so it holds up on buttons and badges. Pair it with soft cream or deep navy to keep it grounded.
Questions about #bb2528
What is #bb2528 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bb2528 is rgb(187, 37, 40), in HSL hsl(359, 67%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 80%, 79%, 27%.
What colors pair well with #bb2528?
Is #bb2528 readable on white or black?
#bb2528 has a 6.16:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.40:1 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.