Color swatch image showing #D73B3B with RGB(215,59,59) values

#D73B3B Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #D73B3B including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#D73B3B Color Information

#D73B3B RGB value is (215, 59, 59). The hex color red value is 215, green is 59, and blue is 59. Its HSL format shows a hue of 0°, saturation of 66 percent, and lightness of 54 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 73 percent, 73 percent, 16 percent.

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#D73B3B Color Meaning

Color #D73B3B communicates physical energy, grounded courage, and assertive motion. #D73B3B earthy red balances warmth with mineral weight, which prevents emotional volatility. Therefore, color #D73B3B feels strong and dependable rather than explosive. Psychologically, color #D73B3B increases motivation and confidence while maintaining control. #D73B3B activates the senses and supports decisive action. Because of its density, the color also conveys reliability and endurance. Culturally, color #D73B3B draws associations with stone, protection, and survival. #D73B3B often appears in artifacts tied to strength and defense. On a symbolic level, color #D73B3B represents rooted vitality, suggesting power that rises from stability rather than impulse.

Color Conversion

Convert #D73B3B 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
#D73B3B
RGB
rgb(215, 59, 59)
HSL
hsl(0°, 66%, 54%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 73%, 73%, 16%)
HSV
hsv(0°, 73%, 84%)
XYZ
30.3777 17.8908 5.9899
Yxy
17.8908 0.5599 0.3297
Hunter Lab
42.2975 5.2589 1.6819
CIE-Lab
49.3634 60.1166 36.6309

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red215 / 255 (84%)
84%
Green59 / 255 (23%)
23%
Blue59 / 255 (23%)
23%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta73 / 100 (73%)
73%
Yellow73 / 100 (73%)
73%
Key (Black)16 / 100 (16%)
16%

Color Variations

#D73B3B 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

#D73B3B 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 #D73B3B 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+)

4.59:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

4.59:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

4.59:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #D73B3B 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

#D73B3B

protanopia

#93923b

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #D73B3B;

Text Color

color: #D73B3B;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #D73B3B;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #D73B3B40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #D73B3B;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #D73B3B 0%, #861c1c 100%);

#D73B3B Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #D73B3B color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.