#B92726
- RGB
- 185, 39, 38
- Brightness
- 106.3
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 0°, 66%, 44%
- HSV V %
- 73%
- Lab
- 41.1, 56.7, 37.8
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 79%, 79%, 27%
- PNG size
- 6.4 KB
- Tone / Feel
- dark, vivid warm hue
Recommended text: White (6.21:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #B92726
Common Name: Arts & Entertainment Red
RGB: rgb(185, 39, 38)
HSL: hsl(0, 74%, 44%)
Contrast Ratios:
Against white: 5.1:1 (AA pass)
Against black: 12.8:1 (AA pass)
Mood:
The Arts & Entertainment Red is an intense, warm shade that invokes passion and energy, making it a popular choice in the visual arts and design industry. It commands attention and creates a sense of urgency, often used to stimulate and captivate an audience. This color is well-suited for high-impact visuals, especially in the entertainment sector, where vibrancy and emotion are key.
Named Matches:
Australian Standard AS2700 R22: HOMEBUSH RED (#C73D2F) - ΔE=6.40
BS 2660-0005: Poppy Red (#C7361E) - ΔE=10.28
Pantone FHI 18-1549 TCX: Valiant Poppy (#BD332D) - ΔE=3.58
Pantone Solid Coated PANTONE 180 C: Scarlet (#C13832) - ΔE=5.21
RAL 3020: Traffic Red (#BE3B37) - ΔE=8.07
Why Designers Use It
- High Visibility: This bold, vibrant red ensures that designs grab attention, making it ideal for advertisements, posters, and art installations.
- Emotional Impact: Red is known to evoke strong emotions, such as excitement, passion, and urgency. It’s a powerful color choice in designs where an emotional response is desired.
- Versatility: Although it’s a striking color, it can be paired with neutrals like black, white, or grey for balanced compositions or contrasted with other intense hues for more dynamic visuals.
- Industry Use: Common in the entertainment industry for promotional materials, movie posters, and art designs, where energy and attention are paramount.
- Historical & Cultural Significance: Used for centuries in various cultures to symbolize power, love, and revolution, adding a layer of depth to modern designs.