#B20A39

#B20A39

Overview

#B20A39 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 178, 10, 57, in HSL 343.2°, 89.4%, 36.9%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 94.4%, 68.0%, 30.2%. The nearest named color is Maroon.

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Color Values

HEX

#B20A39

RGB

178, 10, 57

HSL

343.2, 89.4%, 36.9%

HSV

343.2, 94.4%, 69.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 94.4%, 68.0%, 30.2%

OKLCH

0.4881 0.1908 15.9

Properties

Color Psychology

Vivid pinks project confidence, playfulness, and bold self-expression. They challenge traditional associations, carrying both the warmth of red and the creativity of violet. Hot pink in particular signals rebellion against conventions and unapologetic individuality.

Design Usage

Medium pink is effective for fashion brands, social media platforms, and marketing campaigns targeting Gen Z audiences. It makes impactful gradient elements when blended with purple or orange. Use it for accent buttons and promotional banners where energy and excitement should override corporate formality.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #B20A39;
color: #B20A39;
border-color: #B20A39;
Nearest Tailwind: Rose 700 #BE123C

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

7.01:1

AA Pass AAA Pass

Text on black

3.0:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B20A39?

RGB(178, 10, 57) · HSL(343.2, 89.4%, 36.9%) · CMYK(0.0%, 94.4%, 68.0%, 30.2%)

Does #B20A39 meet WCAG contrast on white?

7.01:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Pass for normal text.

What text color is readable on #B20A39?

Use FFFFFF text on a #B20A39 background; contrast on black is 3.0:1.