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Crimson

#EF3441

Crimson is a warm medium color with the hex code #EF3441. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 239, 52, 65 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 78%, 73%, 6% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Crimson Color Values

HEX
#EF3441
RGB
239, 52, 65
HSL
356°, 85%, 57%
CMYK
0, 78, 73, 6

About this color

Crimson sits at 356° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 85% saturation and 57% lightness, this vibrant medium hue balances visibility with restraint.

In digital design, warm colors like 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 Crimson in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 78%, 73%, 6% 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 Crimson

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #EF3441;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 239, 52, 65;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#EF3441',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 78%
Y: 73%
K: 6%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(239, 52, 65)
rgba(239, 52, 65, 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 #EF3441?
#EF3441 is Crimson, a warm medium color with RGB values of 239, 52, 65. It has a hue of 356°, 85% saturation, and 57% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #EF3441?
The RGB color code for #EF3441 is rgb(239, 52, 65). This means it contains 239 red, 52 green, and 65 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Crimson a warm or cool color?
Crimson (#EF3441) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #EF3441 in CSS?
You can use #EF3441 in CSS with: background-color: #EF3441; or color: #EF3441; or as an RGB value: rgb(239, 52, 65). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 78%, 73%, 6%.