#DB3936 Hex Color
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#db3936 is a high-intensity red that commands attention. This saturated shade works best as a punchy accent or a call to action button rather than a primary background color. It pairs surprisingly well with deep charcoal grays for a modern, high-contrast look. Because black text maintains a 4.7:1 ratio against this hex code, it remains readable when you need urgent, legible typography.
Questions about #db3936
What is #db3936 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #db3936 is rgb(219, 57, 54), in HSL hsl(1, 70%, 54%) and in CMYK 0%, 74%, 75%, 14%. Browse more shades of red with names and hex codes.
Where should I use #db3936 in a design layout?
Because #db3936 is so visually saturated, use it primarily for small, punchy interface elements like call to action buttons or urgent notification badges. Avoid using it as a large background color, as it can quickly overwhelm viewers and cause eye fatigue.
What colors pair well with #db3936 for a balanced look?
This vibrant red creates a sophisticated, modern contrast when paired with deep charcoal or soft neutral grays. These darker, muted tones ground the intensity of #db3936, making the red appear purposeful and sharp rather than chaotic or jarring.
Is #db3936 readable on white or black?
#db3936 has a 4.51:1 contrast ratio on white and 4.65:1 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 for body text. Try other pairs in the contrast checker.