#D53137 Hex Color
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This intense red commands attention. Because it is saturated, #d53137 works best as an accent color for calls to action or alert indicators rather than a full background. Pair it with dark slate grays to balance its heat. White text remains legible against this hex code, meeting accessibility standards for body text.
Questions about #d53137
What is #d53137 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #d53137 is rgb(213, 49, 55), in HSL hsl(358, 66%, 51%) and in CMYK 0%, 77%, 74%, 16%.
What colors pair well with #d53137 in a palette?
Pair #d53137 with deep neutrals like charcoal or slate gray to temper its intense warmth and create a professional, balanced look. Using it alongside softer off-white tones can also prevent the red from overwhelming your interface while maintaining high engagement levels.
Is #d53137 readable on white or black?
#d53137 has a 4.85:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.32:1 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.