Color: Dark Red
Complete color information and conversion tools for Dark Red
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Test Dark Red for accessibility compliance and color contrast ratios.
Basic Contrast Ratios
WCAG 2.1 Compliance
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Required ratio: 3:1
Required ratio: 7:1
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Usage Recommendations
✓ Excellent for accessibility
This color meets AAA standards and is suitable for all text sizes and UI elements.
Recommended text color: Use #FFFFFF text for optimal readability on Dark Red backgrounds.
Colors similar to Dark Red based on hue and saturation.
About Dark Red Color
The Dark Red color (#8B0000) is a red color that belongs to the web-safe color palette. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Dark Red, including its technical specifications, psychological impact, design applications, and practical usage examples.
Dark Red has the hexadecimal code #8B0000 and RGB values of 139, 0, 0. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 0°, saturation of 100%, and lightness of 27%. This color is widely supported across all browsers and design applications.
Discover the psychological impact and cultural significance of Dark Red.
Associated Emotions
Passion, energy, excitement, power, love, anger
Symbolism & Meaning
Strength, courage, determination, danger, warning
Marketing & Branding
Creates urgency, stimulates appetite, grabs attention
Learn how to effectively use Dark Red in various design contexts.
Web Design
- • Call-to-action buttons
- • Error messages
- • Sale/discount badges
- • Navigation highlights
Interior Design
- • Accent walls
- • Dining room decor
- • Kitchen accessories
- • Bold furniture pieces
Graphic Design
- • Headlines
- • Sale promotions
- • Warning signs
- • Logo accents
Fashion & Clothing
- • Evening wear
- • Power suits
- • Accessories
- • Statement pieces
Complete technical details and color space information for Dark Red.
Color Temperature
Dominant Wavelength
Color Purity
Brightness Index
Real-world examples and code snippets showing how to use Dark Red.
CSS Examples
Design Tips & Best Practices
When using Dark Red in your designs, consider its psychological impact and cultural associations. This color works well in web design, branding, and marketing materials and can be effectively paired with complementary colors to create striking visual compositions.
Accessibility Considerations
When using Dark Red as a text or background color, ensure sufficient contrast ratios for accessibility compliance. Test your color combinations against WCAG guidelines to ensure readability for all users.