#BD0606 Hex Color
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#bd0606 is a high-octane red with intense saturation that demands immediate attention. Because it is so aggressive, use this hex code sparingly as a 10% accent for calls to action or error states rather than a background. White text remains legible against this shade, making it useful for bold UI elements that need to pop. Pair it with soft, muted grays to keep the composition balanced.
Questions about #bd0606
What is #bd0606 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bd0606 is rgb(189, 6, 6), in HSL hsl(0, 94%, 38%) and in CMYK 0%, 97%, 97%, 26%.
How should I use #bd0606 in user interface design?
Reserve #bd0606 for small, high-impact UI elements like error states or primary action buttons where immediate attention is required. Because this red is so aggressive, avoid using it as a large background color, as it can easily overwhelm the user.
What colors pair well with the intense saturation of #bd0606?
Balance the intensity of #bd0606 by pairing it with neutral or cool tones, which prevent the color from vibrating against the eyes. Keeping the surrounding palette muted allows this vibrant red to stand out without causing visual fatigue or cluttering your design.
Is #bd0606 readable on white or black?
#bd0606 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.