#C60721 Hex Color
An intense, high-octane crimson red
#c60721 is a high-octane red that commands immediate attention through its intense saturation. This shade feels aggressive and urgent, making it perfect for call-to-action buttons or accent highlights. While it works well for small UI details, avoid using it as a dominant background to prevent overwhelming the user. White text provides excellent readability against this bold hue, maintaining strong contrast for accessibility.
Questions about #c60721
What is #c60721 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c60721 is rgb(198, 7, 33), in HSL hsl(352, 93%, 40%) and in CMYK 0%, 96%, 83%, 22%.
Where should I use #c60721 in my UI design?
Reserve #c60721 for small UI elements that require urgency, such as error alerts, primary call-to-action buttons, or notification badges. Because of its extreme intensity, using it as a large background risks overwhelming the user and causing visual fatigue.
Is #c60721 readable on white or black?
#c60721 has a 6.08:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.45:1 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.