#EC2E30

Color Values

HEX

#EC2E30

RGB

236, 46, 48

HSL

359.4, 83.3%, 55.3%

HSV

359.4, 80.5%, 92.5%

CMYK

0.0%, 80.5%, 79.7%, 7.5%

OKLCH

0.6118 0.2236 26.6

Properties

Warm Light Nearest: firebrick 2

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.