#C41F45 Hex Color
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High-intensity and unapologetically bold, this saturated red demands attention. Because it commands the eye, #c41f45 works best as a 10% accent color for calls to action or error states rather than a large background. It pairs surprisingly well with muted teals to balance the heat. The hex code for this powerful red is #c41f45, which meets WCAG accessibility standards for white text.
Questions about #c41f45
What is #c41f45 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c41f45 is rgb(196, 31, 69), in HSL hsl(346, 73%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 84%, 65%, 23%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
How should I use #c41f45 in a UI design?
#c41f45 is an intense, high-energy shade that commands immediate attention, making it ideal for 10% accent elements like call-to-action buttons or urgent error states. Avoid using it for large backgrounds, as its visual weight can easily overwhelm the user.
What colors pair well with #c41f45?
To balance the intense heat of #c41f45, pair it with cool, muted tones like teal or slate gray. These colors act as a visual anchor, allowing the vibrancy of the red to pop without creating unnecessary eye strain for the user.
Is #c41f45 readable on white or black?
#c41f45 has a 5.78:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.62:1 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.