#C8191D Hex Color
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#c8191d is a powerful, high-chroma red that commands immediate attention. Because of its intensity, it functions best as a small accent or call-to-action button rather than a primary background color. Designers often pair it with charcoal grays for a sophisticated contrast. For accessibility, white text maintains a strong 5.8:1 contrast ratio against this hex code, ensuring readability in user interfaces.
Questions about #c8191d
What is #c8191d in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #c8191d is rgb(200, 25, 29), in HSL hsl(359, 78%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 88%, 86%, 22%.
How can I effectively use #c8191d in my user interface designs?
Because of its intense saturation, #c8191d is best reserved for small interactive elements like buttons or notification badges rather than primary backgrounds. Pairing it with a neutral charcoal or dark gray ensures the red remains legible and impactful without overwhelming the user.
Is #c8191d readable on white or black?
#c8191d has a 5.81:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.61:1 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.