Vermilion

Q: How do I use #CD3F32 in CSS?

You can use #CD3F32 in CSS with: background-color: #CD3F32; or color: #CD3F32; or as an RGB value: rgb(205, 63, 50). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 69%, 76%, 20%.

#CD3F32

Vermilion is a warm medium color with the hex code #CD3F32. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 205, 63, 50 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 69%, 76%, 20% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Vermilion Color Values

HEX: #CD3F32
RGB: 205, 63, 50
HSL: 5°, 61%, 50%
CMYK: 0, 69, 76, 20

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Vermilion sits at 5° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 61% saturation and 50% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Vermilion work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Medium-toned colors offer versatility across both light and dark design themes.

When using Vermilion in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 69%, 76%, 20% 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 Vermilion

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #CD3F32;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 205, 63, 50;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#CD3F32',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 69%
Y: 76%
K: 20%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(205, 63, 50)
rgba(205, 63, 50, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

12 brand s with colors near 5° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #CD3F32?

#CD3F32 is Vermilion, a warm medium color with RGB values of 205, 63, 50. It has a hue of 5°, 61% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #CD3F32?

The RGB color code for #CD3F32 is rgb(205, 63, 50). This means it contains 205 red, 63 green, and 50 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Vermilion a warm or cool color?

Vermilion (#CD3F32) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #CD3F32 in CSS?

You can use #CD3F32 in CSS with: background-color: #CD3F32; or color: #CD3F32; or as an RGB value: rgb(205, 63, 50). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 69%, 76%, 20%.