#BD2929 Hex Color
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This saturated, warm red demands immediate attention. Due to its high intensity, #bd2929 functions best as a tactical accent rather than a full background. It pairs exceptionally well with charcoal grays or soft creams to balance its aggressive energy. Since white text maintains a strong 6.0:1 contrast ratio against it, this hex code is an effective choice for bold, high-visibility UI calls to action.
Questions about #bd2929
What is #bd2929 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bd2929 is rgb(189, 41, 41), in HSL hsl(0, 64%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 78%, 78%, 26%.
How should I use #bd2929 in a user interface?
#bd2929 works best as a tactical accent for high-visibility buttons or notification badges. Because this red is so aggressive, avoid using it for large backgrounds, which can overwhelm the viewer and make text harder to read.
What colors pair well with #bd2929?
This warm red balances beautifully against charcoal or deep neutral grays, which ground its intensity. For a softer look that reduces the visual tension, pair #bd2929 with off-white or cream tones instead of pure white.
Is #bd2929 readable on white or black?
#bd2929 has a 5.97:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.51:1 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.