Color swatch image showing #DA2C4E with RGB(218,44,78) values
Color swatch image showing #DA2C4E with RGB(218,44,78) values

#DA2C4E Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #DA2C4E including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#DA2C4E Color Information

#DA2C4E RGB value is (218, 44, 78). The hex color red value is 218, green is 44, and blue is 78. Its HSL format shows a hue of 348°, saturation of 70 percent, and lightness of 51 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 80 percent, 64 percent, 15 percent.

#DA2C4E color swatch
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#DA2C4E Color Meaning

Color #DA2C4E embodies passionate energy, grounded assertiveness, and emotional engagement. #DA2C4E deep red with subtle orange undertones conveys warmth and vitality. Psychologically, color #DA2C4E promotes courage, active problem-solving, and expressive confidence. #DA2C4E encourages focused action without impulsivity. In cultural contexts, color #DA2C4E aligns with artistic expression, traditional textiles, and robust design. Spiritually, color #DA2C4E symbolizes vitality, determination, and the integration of emotion with purposeful intent.

Color Conversion

Convert #DA2C4E 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
#DA2C4E
RGB
rgb(218, 44, 78)
HSL
hsl(348°, 70%, 51%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 80%, 64%, 15%)
HSV
hsv(348°, 80%, 85%)
XYZ
31.1893 17.2568 8.8948
Yxy
17.2568 0.5439 0.3010
Hunter Lab
41.5413 5.7110 1.2116
CIE-Lab
48.5820 66.5019 24.5680

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red218 / 255 (85%)
85%
Green44 / 255 (17%)
17%
Blue78 / 255 (31%)
31%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta80 / 100 (80%)
80%
Yellow64 / 100 (64%)
64%
Key (Black)15 / 100 (15%)
15%

Color Variations

#DA2C4E 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

#DA2C4E 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 #DA2C4E 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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#DA2C4E

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

4.72:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

4.72:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

4.72:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #DA2C4E 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

#DA2C4E

protanopia

#8f8d46

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #DA2C4E;

Text Color

color: #DA2C4E;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #DA2C4E;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #DA2C4E40;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #DA2C4E;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #DA2C4E 0%, #82172d 100%);

#DA2C4E Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #DA2C4E color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.