#BD2D47 Hex Color
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This intense, saturated red demands immediate attention. The hex code #bd2d47 functions best as a sharp accent or a call-to-action button rather than a large background. It pairs well with charcoal or slate to ground its high energy. With a 5.8:1 contrast ratio against white, this tone supports accessible typography in user interfaces while maintaining visual impact.
Questions about #bd2d47
What is #bd2d47 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #bd2d47 is rgb(189, 45, 71), in HSL hsl(349, 62%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 76%, 62%, 26%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
How can I effectively pair #bd2d47 in a user interface?
#bd2d47 works best as a sharp, high-contrast accent color rather than a background. Pair it with charcoal or deep slate grays to ground its high energy while keeping the design clean and accessible for viewers.
Is #bd2d47 readable on white or black?
#bd2d47 has a 5.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.63:1 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.