Burgundy

Q: How do I use #78212E in CSS?

You can use #78212E in CSS with: background-color: #78212E; or color: #78212E; or as an RGB value: rgb(120, 33, 46). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 73%, 62%, 53%.

#78212E

Burgundy is a warm dark color with the hex code #78212E. This moderately saturated hue can be represented as RGB 120, 33, 46 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 73%, 62%, 53% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Burgundy Color Values

HEX: #78212E
RGB: 120, 33, 46
HSL: 351°, 57%, 30%
CMYK: 0, 73, 62, 53

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Burgundy sits at 351° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 57% saturation and 30% lightness, this moderately saturated dark hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Burgundy work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Burgundy in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 73%, 62%, 53% ensures accurate color reproduction. This balanced CMYK profile should reproduce consistently across different printing methods.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Burgundy

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #78212E;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 120, 33, 46;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#78212E',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 73%
Y: 62%
K: 53%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(120, 33, 46)
rgba(120, 33, 46, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

10 brand s with colors near 351° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #78212E?

#78212E is Burgundy, a warm dark color with RGB values of 120, 33, 46. It has a hue of 351°, 57% saturation, and 30% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #78212E?

The RGB color code for #78212E is rgb(120, 33, 46). This means it contains 120 red, 33 green, and 46 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Burgundy a warm or cool color?

Burgundy (#78212E) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #78212E in CSS?

You can use #78212E in CSS with: background-color: #78212E; or color: #78212E; or as an RGB value: rgb(120, 33, 46). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 73%, 62%, 53%.