Coral

Q: How do I use #E3794F in CSS?

You can use #E3794F in CSS with: background-color: #E3794F; or color: #E3794F; or as an RGB value: rgb(227, 121, 79). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 47%, 65%, 11%.

#E3794F

Coral is a warm light color with the hex code #E3794F. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 227, 121, 79 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 47%, 65%, 11% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Coral Color Values

HEX: #E3794F
RGB: 227, 121, 79
HSL: 17°, 73%, 60%
CMYK: 0, 47, 65, 11

Shades & Tints

Darker Lighter

About this color

Coral sits at 17° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 73% saturation and 60% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

In digital design, warm colors like Coral work well for calls-to-action, accent elements, and creating urgency. Light colors are ideal for backgrounds and creating breathing room in layouts.

When using Coral in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 47%, 65%, 11% ensures accurate color reproduction. The bright CMYK values indicate this color relies on pure inks rather than black, maintaining vibrancy in print.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

Analogous

Triadic

Split-Complementary

How to use Coral

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #E3794F;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 227, 121, 79;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#E3794F',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 47%
Y: 65%
K: 11%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(227, 121, 79)
rgba(227, 121, 79, 0.8)

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

Brands Using the Same Hue

13 brand s with colors near 17° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #E3794F?

#E3794F is Coral, a warm light color with RGB values of 227, 121, 79. It has a hue of 17°, 73% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.

What is the RGB value of #E3794F?

The RGB color code for #E3794F is rgb(227, 121, 79). This means it contains 227 red, 121 green, and 79 blue in the RGB color model.

Is Coral a warm or cool color?

Coral (#E3794F) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.

How do I use #E3794F in CSS?

You can use #E3794F in CSS with: background-color: #E3794F; or color: #E3794F; or as an RGB value: rgb(227, 121, 79). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 47%, 65%, 11%.