Color swatch image showing #AB4E51 with RGB(171,78,81) values

#AB4E51 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #AB4E51 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#AB4E51 Color Information

#AB4E51 RGB value is (171, 78, 81). The hex color red value is 171, green is 78, and blue is 81. Its HSL format shows a hue of 358°, saturation of 37 percent, and lightness of 49 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 54 percent, 53 percent, 33 percent.

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#AB4E51 Color Meaning

Color #AB4E51 embodies emotional vitality, subtle passion, and refined strength. #AB4E51 mid-tone red exudes warmth while maintaining composure and sophistication. Psychologically, color #AB4E51 encourages confidence, focused engagement, and balanced emotional expression. #AB4E51 inspires action while tempering impulsivity. Culturally, color #AB4E51 references classic textiles, decorative arts, and elegant design. Spiritually, #AB4E51 signifies courageous self-expression, grounded emotional energy, and the mindful pursuit of personal goals.

Color Conversion

Convert #AB4E51 across different color models and formats. These conversions help designers work seamlessly between digital and print media, ensuring this color maintains its intended appearance across RGB screens, CMYK printers, and HSL color manipulations.

HEX
#AB4E51
RGB
rgb(171, 78, 81)
HSL
hsl(358°, 37%, 49%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 54%, 53%, 33%)
HSV
hsv(358°, 54%, 67%)
XYZ
21.0042 14.7008 9.5151
Yxy
14.7008 0.4645 0.3251
Hunter Lab
38.3416 2.5065 0.7336
CIE-Lab
45.2216 38.4051 16.8020

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red171 / 255 (67%)
67%
Green78 / 255 (31%)
31%
Blue81 / 255 (32%)
32%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta54 / 100 (54%)
54%
Yellow53 / 100 (53%)
53%
Key (Black)33 / 100 (33%)
33%

Color Variations

#AB4E51 harmonies come to life through carefully balanced shades, tints, and tones, giving this color depth and flexibility across light and dark variations. Shades add richness, tints bring an airy softness, and tones soften intensity, making it easy to pair in clean, modern palettes.

Color Harmonies

#AB4E51 harmonies create beautiful relationships with other colors based on their position on the color wheel. Each harmony type offers unique design possibilities, enabling cohesive and visually appealing color schemes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker

(WCAG 2.1) Test #AB4E51 for accessibility compliance against white and black backgrounds. Proper contrast ensures this color remains readable and usable for all audiences, meeting WCAG 2.1 standards for both normal and large text applications.

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Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

5.33:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

5.33:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

5.33:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #AB4E51 appears to people with different types of color vision deficiencies. These simulations help create more inclusive designs that consider how this color is perceived across various visual abilities.

Normal Vision

#AB4E51

protanopia

#838250

Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #AB4E51;

Text Color

color: #AB4E51;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #AB4E51;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #AB4E5140;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #AB4E51;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #AB4E51 0%, #652f30 100%);

#AB4E51 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #AB4E51 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.