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Colours / Burgundy vs Maroon

Burgundy vs Maroon

Burgundy has a more purple-red undertone; maroon leans browner.

Perceptual distance

ΔE 9.0

Contrast ratio

1.01:1

Undertone

neutral / warm

Tone depth

deep / deep

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