Microsoft Red is a
warm light color with the hex code #FA5538.
This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB
250, 85, 56 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 66%, 78%, 2% for print applications.
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Microsoft Red
#FA5538
Microsoft Red Color Values
- HEX
- #FA5538
- RGB
- 250, 85, 56
- HSL
- 9°, 95%, 60%
- CMYK
- 0, 66, 78, 2
Shades & Tints
Darker Lighter
About this color
Microsoft Red sits at 9° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 95% saturation and 60% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.
In digital design, warm colors like Microsoft Red 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 Microsoft Red in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 66%, 78%, 2% 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 Microsoft Red
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #FA5538;
--brand-primary-rgb: 250, 85, 56;
}Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#FA5538',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 0%
M: 66%
Y: 78%
K: 2%Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(250, 85, 56)
rgba(250, 85, 56, 0.8)Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #FA5538?
#FA5538 is Microsoft Red, a warm light color with RGB values of 250, 85, 56. It has a hue of 9°, 95%
saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color
space.
What is the RGB value of #FA5538?
The RGB color code for #FA5538 is rgb(250, 85, 56). This means it contains 250 red,
85 green, and 56 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Microsoft Red a warm or cool color?
Microsoft Red (#FA5538) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #FA5538 in CSS?
You can use #FA5538 in CSS with:
background-color: #FA5538; or color: #FA5538; or as an RGB value: rgb(250, 85, 56). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 66%, 78%, 2%.