#CF212A
- RGB
- 207, 33, 42
- Brightness
- 116.8
- HSL (°,%,%)
- 357°, 73%, 47%
- HSV V %
- 81%
- Lab
- 45.0, 64.6, 41.0
- CMYK (%)
- 0%, 84%, 80%, 19%
- PNG size
- 5.4 KB
- Tone / Feel
- mid, vivid warm hue
Black text
3.90:1
Fail (normal) · AA (large) (large)
White text
5.38:1
AA (normal) · AAA (large) (large)
Recommended text: White (5.38:1 — AA / AAA (large))
Color Profile: #CF212A
Common Name: Flame Scarlet
RGB: 207, 33, 42
HSL: 359°, 79%, 49%
Contrast vs White: 5.7:1 (AA pass)
Contrast vs Black: 9.7:1 (AA pass)
Mood: #CF212A embodies a bold and fiery presence, commonly associated with intense emotions such as passion, excitement, and power. This striking red color evokes energy and action, making it ideal for high-impact designs. It's favored in contexts where strong attention and dramatic visual statements are desired, including fashion, automotive design, and certain tech industries.
Close Named Matches:
- Trumatch 6-a2 - #CF212A (Exact match, ΔE=0.00)
- Pantone FHI 18-1662 TCX - Flame Scarlet (#CD212A, ΔE=0.87)
- Vista Painter's Red - #CF252B (ΔE=0.99)
- Australian Standard AS2700 R22 - Homebush Red (#C73D2F, ΔE=11.04)
- Benjamin Moore Vermilion - #D0322C (ΔE=4.68)
Why Designers Use It:
- Emotionally Charged: #CF212A is often used to trigger strong emotional responses. Designers favor this color to create a sense of urgency or excitement. It's particularly effective in advertising, branding, and product packaging where drawing immediate attention is key.
- Trend-Driven: The use of vibrant reds like this has surged in fashion and technology industries, as it symbolizes strength and innovation. Whether it’s in digital interfaces or print, #CF212A gives a modern, energetic vibe.
- Symbolism of Power: The color is widely used in sectors like automotive (sports cars, luxury models) to convey power and speed. It’s also popular in design schemes for tech gadgets, luxury items, and high-performance goods.
- Regional Influence: While used globally, #CF212A finds significant cultural ties in Western branding and fashion. In some regions, it’s associated with vitality and youthfulness, making it a go-to choice for products targeting energetic or trendy audiences.
- Manufacturing: This red is frequently seen in safety signage, particularly in high-visibility applications such as road signage, emergency alerts, and aviation. It signals immediate attention is required, which ties directly to its natural, cautionary associations.