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#C4021D Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #C4021D including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#C4021D Color Information

#C4021D RGB value is (196, 2, 29). The hex color red value is 196, green is 2, and blue is 29. Its HSL format shows a hue of 352°, saturation of 98 percent, and lightness of39 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 99 percent, 85 percent, 23percent.

#C4021D
rgb(196, 2, 29)
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#C4021D Color Meaning

Color #C4021D signifies authority, discipline, and earned prestige. #C4021D deep red carries weight and intention, never appearing casual. Because of #C4021D, color #C4021D feels commanding and formal. Psychologically, color #C4021D increases focus and seriousness. #C4021D sharpens ambition while discouraging frivolity. Institutions use color #C4021D to communicate legacy, rigor, and accountability. Symbolically, color #C4021D connects to scholarship, leadership, and tradition. #C4021D reflects commitment built over generations. On a spiritual level, color #C4021D represents purpose driven passion guided by structure and ethics.

Color Conversion

Convert #C4021D 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
#C4021D
RGB
rgb(196, 2, 29)
HSL
hsl(352°, 98%, 39%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 99%, 85%, 23%)
HSV
hsv(352°, 99%, 77%)
XYZ
23.0084 11.8679 2.2404
Yxy
11.8679 0.6199 0.3197
Hunter Lab
34.4498 3.7564 1.0847
CIE-Lab
41.0054 65.9030 43.4799

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red196 / 255 (77%)
77%
Green2 / 255 (1%)
Blue29 / 255 (11%)
11%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta99 / 100 (99%)
99%
Yellow85 / 100 (85%)
85%
Key (Black)23 / 100 (23%)
23%

Color Variations

#C4021D 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

#C4021D 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 #C4021D 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+)

6.22:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

6.22:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

6.22:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #C4021D 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

#C4021D

protanopia

#706e16

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #C4021D;

Text Color

color: #C4021D;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #C4021D;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #C4021D40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #C4021D;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #C4021D 0%, #770111 100%);

#C4021D Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #C4021D color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.