Vermilion is a
warm light color with the hex code #EC5446.
This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB
236, 84, 70 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 64%, 70%, 7% for print applications.
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Vermilion
#EC5446
Vermilion Color Values
- HEX
- #EC5446
- RGB
- 236, 84, 70
- HSL
- 5°, 81%, 60%
- CMYK
- 0, 64, 70, 7
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 81% 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%, 64%, 70%, 7% 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 Vermilion
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #EC5446;
--brand-primary-rgb: 236, 84, 70;
}Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#EC5446',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 0%
M: 64%
Y: 70%
K: 7%Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(236, 84, 70)
rgba(236, 84, 70, 0.8)Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #EC5446?
#EC5446 is Vermilion, a warm light color with RGB values of 236, 84, 70. It has a hue of 5°, 81%
saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color
space.
What is the RGB value of #EC5446?
The RGB color code for #EC5446 is rgb(236, 84, 70). This means it contains 236 red,
84 green, and 70 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Vermilion a warm or cool color?
Vermilion (#EC5446) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #EC5446 in CSS?
You can use #EC5446 in CSS with:
background-color: #EC5446; or color: #EC5446; or as an RGB value: rgb(236, 84, 70). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 64%, 70%, 7%.