#45151C

#45151C

Color Values

HEX

#45151C

RGB

69, 21, 28

HSL

351.2, 53.3%, 17.6%

HSV

351.2, 69.6%, 27.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 69.6%, 59.4%, 72.9%

OKLCH

0.2754 0.0739 14.7

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark reds like maroon and burgundy convey sophistication, maturity, and deep emotion. These tones are linked to fine wine, aged leather, and established authority. They carry the intensity of red but channel it into a more restrained, refined expression of power.

Design Usage

Dark reds suit luxury brands, law firms, and premium product packaging. In web design, they create rich hero sections and elegant navigation bars without the visual aggressiveness of brighter reds. They work well with gold accents, cream text, and dark backgrounds for a classic aesthetic.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #45151C;
color: #45151C;
border-color: #45151C;
Nearest Tailwind: Rose 950 #4C0519

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

15.25:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

1.38:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #45151C?

RGB(69, 21, 28) · HSL(351.2, 53.3%, 17.6%) · CMYK(0.0%, 69.6%, 59.4%, 72.9%)

Does #45151C meet WCAG contrast on white?

15.25:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #45151C?

Use FFFFFF text on a #45151C background; contrast on black is 1.38:1.