#D32B2B Hex Color
Intense, high-octane red for bold accents
This high-octane, saturated red demands immediate attention. Because it is so intense, #d32b2b works best as a 10% accent color for calls to action or hazard warnings rather than a primary background. It pairs surprisingly well with deep charcoal grays to ground its energy. With a contrast ratio of 5.1:1, white text remains readable against this hex code, ensuring your critical interface elements stand out.
Questions about #d32b2b
What is #d32b2b in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d32b2b is rgb(211, 43, 43), in HSL hsl(0, 66%, 50%) and in CMYK 0%, 80%, 80%, 17%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
When should I use #d32b2b in a UI design?
Use #d32b2b sparingly as a 10% accent color to draw immediate attention to critical interface elements like buttons or hazard warnings. Its high intensity can quickly overwhelm a layout if used as a primary background or dominant color in your design.
What colors pair well with #d32b2b?
This intense red is best grounded by deep charcoal or dark neutral grays, which balance its energetic, saturated nature. Pairing it with white text ensures the required contrast for accessibility while maintaining a sharp, professional look for your main calls to action.
Is #d32b2b readable on white or black?
#d32b2b has a 5.05:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.15:1 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.