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#2C0008

Brightness
24.2
HSL (°,%,%)
349°, 100%, 9%
HSV V %
17%
Lab
5.0, 22.0, 4.6
PNG size
6.1 KB
Tone / Feel
very dark, intense warm hue
Black text 1.11:1 Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
White text 18.91:1 AAA (normal) · AAA (large)

Recommended text: White (18.91:1 — AAA / AAA)

Color Profile: #2C0008

Common Name: Deep Burgundy

RGB: (44, 0, 8)

HSL: (345°, 100%, 9%)

Contrast vs White: 8.0 (AA Pass)

Contrast vs Black: 7.6 (AA Pass)

Associated Names:

  • Australian Standard AS2700: Deep Indian Red (#51302E) ΔE=20.43
  • BS 2660-1019: Royal Maroon (#4A1F1E) ΔE=14.40
  • Jotun Paints: Sjokolade (#5D4240) ΔE=27.99
  • Pantone Solid Coated: 4975 C (#462324) ΔE=14.65
  • RAL 3005: Wine Red (#673E41) ΔE=26.42

Design Mood: Deep, earthy, and passionate. This color is often linked with richness and warmth, evoking feelings of luxury, refinement, and even a hint of mystery. Popular in fashion and interior design, especially in spaces aiming for elegance and bold statements.

Why Designers Use It:

  • Trend & Popularity: A staple in both contemporary and traditional designs. It’s often used in fashion to convey strength and sophistication, and in interior design to evoke warmth and opulence. It also finds relevance in products aiming to make bold, timeless impressions.
  • Industry Use: Frequently used in high-end fashion, luxury automotive interiors, and vintage branding. The color is often found in areas where depth and richness are desired to create a mood of prestige and exclusivity.
  • Regional Influence: While it has global appeal, this particular shade has been embraced by European design houses, especially those involved in interior design and furniture. It can also be seen in specific cultural branding, where richness and the luxury aspect are important.
  • Natural Element: The color resembles deep red wine or the petals of certain flowers, giving it a natural, organic undertone. It can also be likened to the deep, luxurious tones found in vintage leather goods.
  • Trend Considerations: Deep, dark reds are cyclical in terms of design trends, seeing a resurgence in times when bold statements are in demand. Designers often turn to it in contexts where they need a classic, enduring tone to anchor modern designs.

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