Dark Red

Q: How do I use #8A0500 in CSS?

You can use #8A0500 in CSS with: background-color: #8A0500; or color: #8A0500; or as an RGB value: rgb(138, 5, 0). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 96%, 100%, 46%.

#8A0500

Dark Red is a warm dark color with the hex code #8A0500. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 138, 5, 0 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 96%, 100%, 46% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Dark Red Color Values

HEX: #8A0500
RGB: 138, 5, 0
HSL: 2°, 100%, 27%
CMYK: 0, 96, 100, 46

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Dark Red sits at 2° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 100% saturation and 27% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

In digital design, warm colors like Dark Red 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 Dark Red in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 96%, 100%, 46% 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 Dark Red

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #8A0500;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 138, 5, 0;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#8A0500',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 96%
Y: 100%
K: 46%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(138, 5, 0)
rgba(138, 5, 0, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

12 brand s with colors near 2° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #8A0500?

#8A0500 is Dark Red, a warm dark color with RGB values of 138, 5, 0. It has a hue of 2°, 100% saturation, and 27% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #8A0500?

The RGB color code for #8A0500 is rgb(138, 5, 0). This means it contains 138 red, 5 green, and 0 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Dark Red a warm or cool color?

Dark Red (#8A0500) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #8A0500 in CSS?

You can use #8A0500 in CSS with: background-color: #8A0500; or color: #8A0500; or as an RGB value: rgb(138, 5, 0). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 96%, 100%, 46%.