#542121
Dark Red
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RGB
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About #542121 Dark Red
#542121 is a dark red color. In the RGB color model, it is composed of 84 red, 33 green, and 33 blue. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 0°, saturation of 44%, and lightness of 23%.
This color has a low lightness value, making it a dark color great for text and bold accents. With moderate saturation, it appears balanced and versatile.
CSS Code
Use #542121 in your CSS, SCSS, or Tailwind projects.
Color Properties
0°
Hue
44%
Saturation
23%
Lightness
Dark Red
Color Harmonies
Colors that work well with #542121 based on color theory.
Accessibility
WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio of #542121 against white and black backgrounds.
Aa#542121 on White
Contrast Ratio12.99:1
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Aa#542121 on Black
Contrast Ratio1.62:1
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Color Conversion Table
Complete conversion of #542121 across different color formats.
| Format | Value |
|---|---|
| HEX | #542121 |
| RGB | rgb(84, 33, 33) |
| HSL | hsl(0, 44%, 23%) |
| RGB Decimal | 84, 33, 33 |
| RGB Percent | 32.9%, 12.9%, 12.9% |
| CMYK (approx.) | 0%, 61%, 61%, 67% |
Related Palettes
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