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Vermilion

#DB3924

Vermilion is a warm medium color with the hex code #DB3924. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 219, 57, 36 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 74%, 84%, 14% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Vermilion Color Values

HEX
#DB3924
RGB
219, 57, 36
HSL
7°, 72%, 50%
CMYK
0, 74, 84, 14

About this color

Vermilion sits at 7° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 72% 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%, 74%, 84%, 14% 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 Vermilion

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #DB3924;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 219, 57, 36;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#DB3924',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 74%
Y: 84%
K: 14%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(219, 57, 36)
rgba(219, 57, 36, 0.8)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #DB3924?
#DB3924 is Vermilion, a warm medium color with RGB values of 219, 57, 36. It has a hue of 7°, 72% saturation, and 50% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #DB3924?
The RGB color code for #DB3924 is rgb(219, 57, 36). This means it contains 219 red, 57 green, and 36 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Vermilion a warm or cool color?
Vermilion (#DB3924) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #DB3924 in CSS?
You can use #DB3924 in CSS with: background-color: #DB3924; or color: #DB3924; or as an RGB value: rgb(219, 57, 36). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 74%, 84%, 14%.