#C0392B Hex Color
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#c0392b is an intense, saturated red that demands attention. Because it is highly pigmented, this shade works best as a 10% accent in UI design rather than a full-page background. It pairs exceptionally well with cool charcoal grays, which ground its warmth without competing for dominance. Use the hex code #c0392b for high-priority calls to action where readability is key, as white text remains legible against it.
Questions about #c0392b
What is #c0392b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c0392b is rgb(192, 57, 43), in HSL hsl(6, 63%, 46%) and in CMYK 0%, 70%, 78%, 25%.
Why does #c0392b work better as an accent than a background?
As a highly saturated red, #c0392b dominates visual space, often causing eye fatigue when used in large blocks. Using it as a small UI accent allows it to highlight critical information without overwhelming the page layout or sacrificing accessibility.
What neutral colors balance the intensity of #c0392b?
Cool tones like charcoal or slate gray provide the necessary grounding to temper the aggressive warmth of #c0392b. These neutrals create a professional contrast that prevents the vibrant red from appearing chaotic or visually jarring in design systems.
Is #c0392b readable on white or black?
#c0392b has a 5.43:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.86:1 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.