Deep Maroon

HEX: #820000 | Modern Palette

On White
10.77:1
PASS
On Black
1.95:1
FAIL

Color Specifications

HEX
#820000
RGB
130, 0, 0
HSL
0°, 100% ,50%
CMYK
0, 100, 100, 49.02

About Deep Maroon

Deep Maroon (#820000) is a color with RGB(130, 0, 0) and HSL(0°, 100%, 50.98%). It is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #008282, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #008200 and #000082. The name comes from Deep Maroon (English).

  • HEX: #820000
  • RGB: 130, 0, 0
  • HSL: 0°, 100%, 50.98%
  • Mood: Energetic, Bold
  • Style: Vivid, Warm
  • Use case: Text, Button, Accent
  • Complementary color: #008282
  • Triadic colors: #008200, #000082
  • The name comes from Deep Maroon (English).

Live Components

LIGHT
DARK
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Color Palettes

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

Shades & Tints

A seamless scale of #820000 from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Energetic Bold
Style
Vivid Warm
Use case
Text Button Accent

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #484800
Protanopia #2B2B03
Tritanopia #820000
Achromatopsia #3E3E3E

Frequently Asked Questions

Deep Maroon (#820000) is a color with RGB(130, 0, 0) and HSL(0°, 100%, 50.98%).

#820000 pairs strongly with #008282 as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#820000 is suitable for Text, Button, Accent and works well with Vivid, Warm styles.

#820000 is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold.

The name Deep Maroon is linked to Deep Maroon from English, meaning A dark, rich shade of red, often associated with the color of the marron (chestnut) fruit..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Deep Maroon
Meaning A dark, rich shade of red, often associated with the color of the marron (chestnut) fruit.
Language English
First Recorded Use Late 19th - Early 20th Century (as a specific color descriptor)

History

The word 'maroon' itself comes from the French 'marron,' meaning chestnut, referring to the reddish-brown color of the ripe chestnut. The color has been used in textiles, art, and heraldry for a long time. The addition of 'deep' emphasizes a darker, more saturated version of the standard maroon. This intensification of color names became more prevalent as industrial processes allowed for a wider range of consistent shades to be produced and marketed.

First Recorded Use

While 'maroon' as a color has existed for centuries, the specific descriptor 'deep maroon' likely gained prominence as color naming became more nuanced and standardized, particularly with the advent of commercial dyes and paint production. Exact first use is difficult to pinpoint but aligns with the period when more precise color modifiers became common.

Cultural Associations

Deep maroon is often associated with richness, sophistication, and seriousness. It can evoke feelings of warmth, luxury, and tradition. In some contexts, it might be seen as a more mature or subdued alternative to brighter reds. It is commonly used in academic regalia, corporate branding for established institutions, and formal wear. It also frequently appears in autumn color palettes.

Similar Named Colors
Maroon #800000 ΔE 0.41
Deep Red #850101 ΔE 0.61
Barn Red #7C0A02 ΔE 1.27
Dark Red #8B0000 ΔE 1.83

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #820000;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #820000;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #820000;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #820000,
        #05FFFF
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #820000,
        #05FFFF
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$deep-maroon: #820000;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$deep-maroon-r: 130;
$deep-maroon-g: 0;
$deep-maroon-b: 0;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $deep-maroon;
    color: rgba($deep-maroon-r, $deep-maroon-g, $deep-maroon-b, 0.8);
}