#C74538
- RGB
- 199, 69, 56
- Brightness
- 122.4
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 5°, 56%, 50%
- HSV V %
- 78%
- Lab
- 47.9, 51.0, 35.9
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 65%, 72%, 22%
- PNG size
- 6.5 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, vivid warm hue
Black text
4.34:1
Fail (normal) · AA (large) (large)
White text
4.84:1
AA (normal) · AAA (large) (large)
Recommended text: White (4.84:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #C74538
Common Name: Trumatch 4-b2
RGB: (199, 69, 56)
HSL: H: 6°, S: 64%, L: 51%
Contrast: Against white: 5.6, AA Pass / Against black: 15.1, AAA Pass
Mood: This color exudes warmth and energy, a deep reddish-orange that invokes feelings of passion, excitement, and dynamism. Its bold presence makes it ideal for attention-grabbing design, but it carries a balanced warmth that feels less aggressive than pure red. It's versatile for both modern and classic aesthetics, making it a popular choice in design that seeks to evoke strength and enthusiasm.
Close Named Matches:
- Australian Standard AS2700 - HOMEBUSH RED (#C73D2F) ΔE=4.76
- BS 2660 - Poppy Red (#C7361E) ΔE=12.51
- Benjamin Moore - Tomato Tango (#C0402E) ΔE=3.64
- Jotun Paint - (#C14B3D) ΔE=5.44
- Valspar Paint - Scarlet Sun (#D24B42) ΔE=3.83
Why Designers Use It:
- Energy and Impact: The color conveys energy and enthusiasm, making it a common choice for marketing and branding that requires a bold, energetic impression.
- Versatility: It works well in a variety of industries, from fashion (Pantone Fashion Home Interiors) to interior design (Sherwin Williams), allowing for its broad appeal across multiple sectors.
- Association with Passion: Its connection to warm tones invokes passion, power, and strength, which makes it ideal for high-energy environments like sports teams, creative projects, or technology branding.
- Modern Appeal: This reddish-orange hue is often seen in trendy design, from automotive interiors to fashion accessories, and continues to be popular in youth-centric industries.