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Vermilion

#EA4E48

Vermilion is a warm light color with the hex code #EA4E48. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 234, 78, 72 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 67%, 69%, 8% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Vermilion Color Values

HEX
#EA4E48
RGB
234, 78, 72
HSL
2°, 79%, 60%
CMYK
0, 67, 69, 8

About this color

Vermilion sits at 2° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 79% saturation and 60% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.

In digital design, warm colors like Vermilion 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 Vermilion in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 67%, 69%, 8% 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: #EA4E48;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 234, 78, 72;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#EA4E48',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 67%
Y: 69%
K: 8%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(234, 78, 72)
rgba(234, 78, 72, 0.8)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #EA4E48?
#EA4E48 is Vermilion, a warm light color with RGB values of 234, 78, 72. It has a hue of 2°, 79% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #EA4E48?
The RGB color code for #EA4E48 is rgb(234, 78, 72). This means it contains 234 red, 78 green, and 72 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Vermilion a warm or cool color?
Vermilion (#EA4E48) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #EA4E48 in CSS?
You can use #EA4E48 in CSS with: background-color: #EA4E48; or color: #EA4E48; or as an RGB value: rgb(234, 78, 72). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 67%, 69%, 8%.