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#9E2C32

Brightness
94.3
HSL (°,%,%)
357°, 56%, 40%
HSV V %
62%
Lab
36.6, 47.1, 24.2
PNG size
6.0 KB
Tone / Feel
dark, vivid warm hue
Black text 2.86:1 Fail (normal) · Fail (large)
White text 7.34:1 AAA (normal) · AAA (large)

Recommended text: White (7.34:1 — AAA / AAA)

Color Profile: #9E2C32

Common Name: Vista Red

RGB: (158, 44, 50)

HSL: (357°, 53%, 45%)

Contrast Ratio vs White: 4.8:1 (AA Pass)

Contrast Ratio vs Black: 11.6:1 (AAA Pass)

Mood: A deep, striking red with a balanced tone. This color conveys a sense of passion, energy, and intensity. Often seen in settings that demand attention or signify importance, it's both bold and inviting, creating a sense of urgency or focus in design.

Close Named Matches:

  • Vista: #9E2B2E (ΔE=2.25)
  • Pantone FHI Lava Falls: #9A2B2E (ΔE=1.88)
  • Behr Ruby Ring: #9D2931 (ΔE=0.99)
  • Benjamin Moore Flamenco: #A12533 (ΔE=3.65)
  • Trumatch 5-a7: #9C262F (ΔE=1.89)

Why Designers Use It:

  • Used for its eye-catching and dynamic properties, this shade of red commands attention. It can invoke a sense of urgency or excitement, making it popular for call-to-action buttons, advertisements, and retail spaces.
  • This color is often used in fashion, automotive, and branding industries for products that aim to stand out. It has strong associations with power, passion, and luxury.
  • Vista Red's use in interior design can evoke a cozy, inviting atmosphere in a room while still adding an energizing vibe. It is often found in statement walls or accents in both modern and traditional decor styles.
  • Regionally, Vista Red is often seen in countries with vibrant cultural traditions and in design markets that focus on bold, lively visual statements. It resonates strongly in markets like the U.S. and Europe, particularly in seasonal collections and pop-culture designs.

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