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Vermilion

#FD4635

Vermilion is a warm light color with the hex code #FD4635. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 253, 70, 53 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 72%, 79%, 1% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Vermilion Color Values

HEX
#FD4635
RGB
253, 70, 53
HSL
5°, 98%, 60%
CMYK
0, 72, 79, 1

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 98% 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%, 72%, 79%, 1% 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: #FD4635;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 253, 70, 53;
}

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

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#FD4635',
}

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

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 0%
M: 72%
Y: 79%
K: 1%

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

RGB for Screens

rgb(253, 70, 53)
rgba(253, 70, 53, 0.8)

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #FD4635?
#FD4635 is Vermilion, a warm light color with RGB values of 253, 70, 53. It has a hue of 5°, 98% saturation, and 60% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #FD4635?
The RGB color code for #FD4635 is rgb(253, 70, 53). This means it contains 253 red, 70 green, and 53 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Vermilion a warm or cool color?
Vermilion (#FD4635) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #FD4635 in CSS?
You can use #FD4635 in CSS with: background-color: #FD4635; or color: #FD4635; or as an RGB value: rgb(253, 70, 53). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 72%, 79%, 1%.