#C12A11 Hex Color
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Reach for #c12a11 when a button, sale banner, or highlight needs to stop the scroll. This strong, warm red has enough depth to feel lush rather than neon, with an earthy undertone that keeps it bold without turning harsh. White text clears WCAG AA on it at about 5.8:1, so small labels stay readable. It works best as an accent; full backgrounds can overwhelm a layout.
Questions about #c12a11
What is #c12a11 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c12a11 is rgb(193, 42, 17), in HSL hsl(9, 84%, 41%) and in CMYK 0%, 78%, 91%, 24%.
What colors pair well with #c12a11?
#c12a11 flatters muted partners like charcoal, sand, and deep navy, which let its heat stand out. Avoid pairing it with bright orange or pink, since the reds fight each other.
Is white or black text better on #c12a11?
White text is the safer choice. It reaches about 5.8:1 contrast, which passes WCAG AA for body text, while black text falls well short at roughly 3.8:1.
Is #c12a11 readable on white or black?
#c12a11 has a 5.82:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.60:1 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.