Dusky Merlot Velvet

#4b1b2b

Notes

Dusky Merlot Velvet (#4B1B2B) 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 (340°, 47%, 20%) 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

#4b1b2b

RGB

rgb(75, 27, 43)

HSL

hsl(340, 47%, 20%)