Color swatch image showing #AF2B22 with RGB(175,43,34) values

#AF2B22 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #AF2B22 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#AF2B22 Color Information

#AF2B22 RGB value is (175, 43, 34). The hex color red value is 175, green is 43, and blue is 34. Its HSL format shows a hue of 4°, saturation of 67 percent, and lightness of 41 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 75 percent, 81 percent, 31 percent.

#AF2B22 color swatch
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#AF2B22 Color Meaning

Color #AF2B22 represents controlled intensity, passionate focus, and resilient energy. #AF2B22 deep reddish orange suggests warmth tempered by stability, promoting deliberate action. Consequently, color #AF2B22 communicates confidence and presence. Psychologically, color #AF2B22 enhances concentration, motivation, and strategic thinking. #AF2B22 encourages persistent effort without impulsiveness. Symbolically, color #AF2B22 connects to courage, cultural boldness, and purposeful energy. Spiritually, #AF2B22 embodies inner strength, fiery determination, and guided passion.

Color Conversion

Convert #AF2B22 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
#AF2B22
RGB
rgb(175, 43, 34)
HSL
hsl(4°, 67%, 41%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 75%, 81%, 31%)
HSV
hsv(4°, 81%, 69%)
XYZ
18.8318 10.9572 2.6358
Yxy
10.9572 0.5808 0.3379
Hunter Lab
33.1017 2.5904 0.9069
CIE-Lab
39.5083 52.2284 37.8482

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red175 / 255 (69%)
69%
Green43 / 255 (17%)
17%
Blue34 / 255 (13%)
13%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta75 / 100 (75%)
75%
Yellow81 / 100 (81%)
81%
Key (Black)31 / 100 (31%)
31%

Color Variations

#AF2B22 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

#AF2B22 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 #AF2B22 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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#AF2B22

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

6.58:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

6.58:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

6.58:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #AF2B22 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

#AF2B22

protanopia

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #AF2B22;

Text Color

color: #AF2B22;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #AF2B22;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #AF2B2240;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #AF2B22;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #AF2B22 0%, #691a15 100%);

#AF2B22 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #AF2B22 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.