#D21E3C Hex Color
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#d21e3c is an intense, high-energy red that demands immediate attention. Due to its extreme saturation, this color functions best as a small accent rather than a dominant background. Pair it with deep charcoal or cool grays to anchor its warmth. It maintains strong contrast against white text, making it a functional choice for UI highlights. The hex code for this shade is #d21e3c.
Questions about #d21e3c
What is #d21e3c in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d21e3c is rgb(210, 30, 60), in HSL hsl(350, 75%, 47%) and in CMYK 0%, 86%, 71%, 18%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
How can I effectively pair #d21e3c in a UI design?
Use #d21e3c sparingly as an accent for call-to-action buttons or status indicators, as its high saturation can quickly overwhelm a user interface. To ground the intensity, balance it against neutral charcoal or cool gray backgrounds to maintain clear readability.
Is #d21e3c considered a warm or cool red?
The #d21e3c hue is a distinctly warm red with aggressive, energetic undertones that feel closer to a classic fire engine red. It carries strong visual weight, making it excellent for drawing the eye to important elements but challenging to use for large-scale text or shapes.
Is #d21e3c readable on white or black?
#d21e3c has a 5.26:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.99:1 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.