# #8b0000 text on #a52a2a

Contrast of #8b0000 text on a #a52a2a background.

Source: https://pickshade.com/contrast/8b0000-on-a52a2a

## Verdict

Hard to read. Too little contrast even for large headings. Change one of the colors or use a fix below.

| Level | normal text | large text |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WCAG AA | fail | fail |
| WCAG AAA | fail | fail |

- WCAG 2 ratio: 1.41:1
- APCA: Lc 0 (Too low for any text)

## Nearest passing colors (lightness changed, hue kept)

- Text for AA: #ffbfb3
- Background for AA: #ff8e84