#C73421 Hex Color
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#c73421 is a powerful, high-intensity red with warm undertones. This shade commands immediate attention, making it effective for call-to-action buttons or small UI accents rather than expansive backgrounds. White text maintains a clear 5.3:1 contrast against this color, which satisfies standard accessibility requirements. The hex code for this bold red is #c73421.
Questions about #c73421
What is #c73421 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c73421 is rgb(199, 52, 33), in HSL hsl(7, 72%, 45%) and in CMYK 0%, 74%, 83%, 22%.
What color schemes work well with #c73421?
This warm, intense red pairs beautifully with cool slate or soft grays to ground its high energy. For a more sophisticated palette, use it alongside deep charcoal or cream off-whites to balance its inherent warmth without losing that immediate visual impact.
Is #c73421 readable on white or black?
#c73421 has a 5.32:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.94:1 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.