#BD0000 Hex Color
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This intense, saturated red commands immediate attention. Use #bd0000 as a high-impact accent color rather than a primary background, as its high chroma can quickly overwhelm a layout. It pairs well with slate grays or deep charcoal to ground its aggressive energy. Because this hex code offers a strong 6.6:1 contrast against white text, it remains highly readable for UI calls to action.
Questions about #bd0000
What is #bd0000 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bd0000 is rgb(189, 0, 0), in HSL hsl(0, 100%, 37%) and in CMYK 0%, 100%, 100%, 26%.
How should I use #bd0000 in a UI layout?
#bd0000 functions best as a high-impact accent color for call-to-action buttons or status indicators, rather than a primary background. Its high chroma creates a strong 6.6:1 contrast against white text, ensuring excellent readability for critical interface elements.
What colors pair well with #bd0000?
This aggressive red is grounded effectively by neutral tones that dampen its intensity. Pair #bd0000 with deep charcoal or soft slate grays to balance the energy, or use a crisp white background to make the red stand out distinctly.
Is #bd0000 readable on white or black?
#bd0000 has a 6.63:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.16:1 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.