#C1121F Hex Color
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This saturated, powerful red demands immediate attention. Because of its intensity, #c1121f works best as a deliberate accent or call-to-action button rather than a dominant background. It pairs cleanly with white text, maintaining a 6.2:1 contrast ratio for excellent readability. Use the hex code #c1121f to signal urgency or add high-energy impact to branding without overwhelming your overall layout.
Questions about #c1121f
What is #c1121f in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c1121f is rgb(193, 18, 31), in HSL hsl(356, 83%, 41%) and in CMYK 0%, 91%, 84%, 24%.
Where should I use the #c1121f red in a UI layout?
#c1121f works best as a targeted accent or call-to-action button to draw the eye, rather than as a primary background. It carries high visual weight, so using it sparingly ensures you create urgency without overwhelming the user interface.
Is #c1121f readable on white or black?
#c1121f has a 6.22:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.37:1 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.