Color swatch image showing #DA2C3B with RGB(218,44,59) values

#DA2C3B Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #DA2C3B including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#DA2C3B Color Information

#DA2C3B RGB value is (218, 44, 59). The hex color red value is 218, green is 44, and blue is 59. Its HSL format shows a hue of 355°, saturation of 70 percent, and lightness of 51 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 80 percent, 73 percent, 15 percent.

#DA2C3B color swatch
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#DA2C3B Color Meaning

Color #DA2C3B embodies passionate energy, grounded assertiveness, and emotional engagement. #DA2C3B deep red with subtle orange undertones conveys warmth and vitality. Psychologically, color #DA2C3B promotes courage, active problem-solving, and expressive confidence. #DA2C3B encourages focused action without impulsivity. In cultural contexts, color #DA2C3B aligns with artistic expression, traditional textiles, and robust design. Spiritually, color #DA2C3B symbolizes vitality, determination, and the integration of emotion with purposeful intent.

Color Conversion

Convert #DA2C3B 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
#DA2C3B
RGB
rgb(218, 44, 59)
HSL
hsl(355°, 70%, 51%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 80%, 73%, 15%)
HSV
hsv(355°, 80%, 85%)
XYZ
30.6035 17.0226 5.8104
Yxy
17.0226 0.5727 0.3186
Hunter Lab
41.2585 5.5328 1.5474
CIE-Lab
48.2884 65.5949 35.5451

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red218 / 255 (85%)
85%
Green44 / 255 (17%)
17%
Blue59 / 255 (23%)
23%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta80 / 100 (80%)
80%
Yellow73 / 100 (73%)
73%
Key (Black)15 / 100 (15%)
15%

Color Variations

#DA2C3B 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

#DA2C3B 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 #DA2C3B 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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#DA2C3B

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

4.77:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

4.77:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

4.77:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #DA2C3B 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

#DA2C3B

protanopia

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #DA2C3B;

Text Color

color: #DA2C3B;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #DA2C3B;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #DA2C3B40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #DA2C3B;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #DA2C3B 0%, #821720 100%);

#DA2C3B Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #DA2C3B color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.