#CE1126 Hex Color
A high-octane red demanding immediate attention
#ce1126 is a high-octane red that demands immediate attention. Because of its intensity, it works best as a 10% accent rather than a dominant background. This hex code pairs well against deep grays, preventing a muddy look. With a 5.6:1 contrast ratio, white text reads clearly, making this bold shade a smart choice for urgent calls to action or alert indicators.
Questions about #ce1126
What is #ce1126 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #ce1126 is rgb(206, 17, 38), in HSL hsl(353, 85%, 44%) and in CMYK 0%, 92%, 82%, 19%.
How can I best use #ce1126 in my design?
Use #ce1126 sparingly as a high-impact accent color to draw the eye without overwhelming the design. It functions best for urgent calls-to-action or critical alert indicators where visibility is essential, provided it is paired against neutral, deep backgrounds.
Which colors complement #ce1126 well?
This intense red pairs effectively with charcoal or deep slate tones to prevent the vibrant red from appearing muddy or overpowering. Utilizing neutral dark grays creates a sophisticated balance that allows the high-octane warmth of the red to pop comfortably.
Is #ce1126 readable on white or black?
#ce1126 has a 5.62:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.73:1 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.