#B72231

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #B72231?

RGB(183, 34, 49), HSL(354.0, 68.7%, 42.5%), CMYK(0.0%, 81.4%, 73.2%, 28.2%).

Q: Does #B72231 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.39:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#B72231 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 183, 34, 49, in HSL 354.0°, 68.7%, 42.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 81.4%, 73.2%, 28.2%. The nearest named color is RAL 3031 Orient Red.

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Color Values

HEX

#B72231

RGB

183, 34, 49

HSL

354.0, 68.7%, 42.5%

HSV

354.0, 81.4%, 71.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 81.4%, 73.2%, 28.2%

OKLCH

0.5079 0.1829 22.2

Properties

Warm Dark Nearest: RAL 3031 Orient Red

Color Psychology

Pure red is the color of adrenaline, passion, and urgency. It raises heart rate and stimulates appetite, which is why fast-food chains and sale banners rely on it worldwide. Culturally, red signifies luck and prosperity in East Asia while representing danger and prohibition in Western road signage.

Design Usage

Medium red is ideal for call-to-action buttons, sale badges, and notification dots where instant attention is needed. It should be used sparingly as an accent rather than a dominant background to avoid visual fatigue. Red pairs effectively with white text for maximum legibility in buttons and banners.