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Scarlet Shadow Clear#6E2721
Merlot Dusk Clear#862837
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Scarlet Shadow Clear vs Merlot Dusk Clear

A detailed comparison of #6E2721 and #862837 — near identical colors

Contrast & Accessibility

1.2:1contrast ratio
✗ AA Normal✗ AA Large✗ AAA Normal✗ AAA Large
Text on Scarlet Shadow Clear
Text on Merlot Dusk Clear

Color Properties

#6E2721
HEX
#862837
rgb(110, 39, 33)
RGB
rgb(134, 40, 55)
hsl(5, 54%, 28%)
HSL
hsl(350, 54%, 34%)
5°
Hue
350°
54%
Saturation
54%
28%
Lightness
34%
Red
Family
Red
Hue Diff
15\u00B0 — Near identical

Gradient Blend

background: linear-gradient(to right, #6E2721, #862837);

Using These Colors Together

With a contrast ratio of 1.2:1, this pair does not meet WCAG guidelines for text. Use these colors as adjacent blocks, gradients, or decorative accents rather than text-on-background pairings.

These colors have a 15\u00B0 hue difference, making them near identical. They create a harmonious, cohesive palette ideal for subtle variations in a design system.

Scarlet Shadow Clear
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Merlot Dusk Clear
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