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Vivid Crimson

#D22D38

Vivid Crimson is a warm medium color with the hex code #D22D38. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 210, 45, 56 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 79%, 73%, 18% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Vivid Crimson Color Values

HEX
#D22D38
RGB
210, 45, 56
HSL
356°, 65%, 50%
CMYK
0, 79, 73, 18

About this color

Vivid Crimson sits at 356° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 65% saturation and 50% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like Vivid Crimson 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 Vivid Crimson in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 79%, 73%, 18% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.

How to use Vivid Crimson

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #D22D38;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 210, 45, 56;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#D22D38',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 79%
Y: 73%
K: 18%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(210, 45, 56)
rgba(210, 45, 56, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

11 brand s with colors near 356° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #D22D38?
#D22D38 is Vivid Crimson, a warm medium color with RGB values of 210, 45, 56. It has a hue of 356°, 65% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #D22D38?
The RGB color code for #D22D38 is rgb(210, 45, 56). This means it contains 210 red, 45 green, and 56 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Vivid Crimson a warm or cool color?
Vivid Crimson (#D22D38) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #D22D38 in CSS?
You can use #D22D38 in CSS with: background-color: #D22D38; or color: #D22D38; or as an RGB value: rgb(210, 45, 56). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 79%, 73%, 18%.