Crisp Merlot Ink

#2c1117

Notes

Crisp Merlot Ink (#2C1117) is a deep red with an earthy character. It leans grounded and natural, the kind of color that plays well with wood, clay, linen, and warm neutrals. Its HSL profile (347°, 44%, 12%) places it in the balanced band at a dark lightness. It works well as a headline, icon, or deep background in an otherwise light layout, pairing cleanly with cream, bone, and warm neutrals. For a confident two-color system, pair it with its complementary teal. For something softer, pull in its analogous neighbors on either side of the wheel.

HEX

#2c1117

RGB

rgb(44, 17, 23)

HSL

hsl(347, 44%, 12%)