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The hexadecimal color code #A42D55 is a medium, moderate shade of Red (known as brown). In the RGB color model, #A42D55 is comprised of 164 red, 45 green, and 85 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 340 degrees, a saturation of 57%, and a lightness of 41%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 414 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create moderate Red atmospheres. Designers searching for Red color schemes often pair this with its complementary color or use it as an accent against neutral backgrounds. It is commonly used in digital design for backgrounds, typography, and accent elements. When paired with its complementary color in the palette below, it creates a high-contrast visual hierarchy. Engineers can implement this color using the CSS hex code #A42D55.