Color swatch image showing #EB4C51 with RGB(235,76,81) values
Color swatch image showing #EB4C51 with RGB(235,76,81) values

#EB4C51 Color Meaning and Information

Everything you need to know about #EB4C51 including values, color harmonies, shades, meanings, and applications in design, branding, and everyday visuals.

#EB4C51 Color Information

#EB4C51 RGB value is (235, 76, 81). The hex color red value is 235, green is 76, and blue is 81. Its HSL format shows a hue of 358°, saturation of 80 percent, and lightness of 61 percent. The CMYK process values are 0 percent, 68 percent, 66 percent, 8 percent.

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#EB4C51 Color Meaning

Color #EB4C51 blends warmth with edge, merging approachability and assertiveness in a single chromatic stroke. Color #EB4C51 is a coral-leaning red—brighter than salmon, deeper than rose—designed to feel human yet dynamic. Unlike cooler pinks, #EB4C51 carries orange undertones that evoke energy and sociability; unlike pure reds, #EB4C51 softens aggression with warmth. In consumer psychology, #EB4C51 hue increases perceived friendliness in service brands without sacrificing urgency. Fast-casual restaurants and telehealth platforms use color #EB4C51 to signal care that acts quickly. Functionally, color #EB4C51 performs well across media. #EB4C51 offers strong contrast against dark backgrounds and remains legible in small text with proper weighting. Digital accessibility tools confirm #EB4C51 passes AA standards for large text, making #EB4C51 viable for mobile CTAs. In packaging, #EB4C51 conveys freshness and approachability—common in beverages, snacks, and personal care. A/B testing shows higher engagement when color #EB4C51 replaces standard red in female-targeted campaigns, suggesting nuanced emotional resonance. Culturally, color #EB4C51 reflects modern empathy: caring that doesn’t wait to be asked. #EB4C51 appears in mental health apps and community initiatives as a symbol of active support. Spiritually, #EB4C51 aligns with the heart and sacral chakras in tandem—feeling and doing. Designers use color #EB4C51 when they want to signal warmth with willpower. #EB4C51’s not passive pink—#EB4C51’s pink with a plan.

Color Conversion

Convert #EB4C51 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
#EB4C51
RGB
rgb(235, 76, 81)
HSL
hsl(358°, 80%, 61%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 68%, 66%, 8%)
HSV
hsv(358°, 68%, 92%)
XYZ
38.3306 23.4251 10.2858
Yxy
23.4251 0.5321 0.3252
Hunter Lab
48.3995 7.2292 2.1713
CIE-Lab
55.5076 61.1852 32.2019

RGB Values & CMYK Values

RGB Values

Red235 / 255 (92%)
92%
Green76 / 255 (30%)
30%
Blue81 / 255 (32%)
32%

CMYK Values

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta68 / 100 (68%)
68%
Yellow66 / 100 (66%)
66%
Key (Black)8 / 100 (8%)

Color Variations

#EB4C51 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

#EB4C51 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 #EB4C51 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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#EB4C51

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

3.69:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

3.69:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

3.69:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

See how #EB4C51 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

#EB4C51

protanopia

#a6a550

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

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #EB4C51;

Text Color

color: #EB4C51;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #EB4C51;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #EB4C5140;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #EB4C51;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #EB4C51 0%, #a31217 100%);

#EB4C51 Color FAQs

Frequently asked questions about #EB4C51 color meaning, symbolism, and applications. Click on any question to expand detailed answers.