#D94247

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #D94247?

RGB(217, 66, 71), HSL(358.0, 66.5%, 55.5%), CMYK(0.0%, 69.6%, 67.3%, 14.9%).

Q: Does #D94247 meet WCAG contrast on white?

4.36:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#D94247 is a warm, light color. In RGB it is 217, 66, 71, in HSL 358.0°, 66.5%, 55.5%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 69.6%, 67.3%, 14.9%. The nearest named color is NCS S 1060-R Bright Red.

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Color Values

HEX

#D94247

RGB

217, 66, 71

HSL

358.0, 66.5%, 55.5%

HSV

358.0, 69.6%, 85.1%

CMYK

0.0%, 69.6%, 67.3%, 14.9%

OKLCH

0.5987 0.1875 23.1

Properties

Warm Light Nearest: NCS S 1060-R Bright Red

Color Psychology

Pure red is the color of adrenaline, passion, and urgency. It raises heart rate and stimulates appetite, which is why fast-food chains and sale banners rely on it worldwide. Culturally, red signifies luck and prosperity in East Asia while representing danger and prohibition in Western road signage.

Design Usage

Medium red is ideal for call-to-action buttons, sale badges, and notification dots where instant attention is needed. It should be used sparingly as an accent rather than a dominant background to avoid visual fatigue. Red pairs effectively with white text for maximum legibility in buttons and banners.