Crimson is a
warm light color with the hex code #FF3D54.
This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB
255, 61, 84 in digital design or CMYK 0%, 76%, 67%, 0% for print applications.
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Crimson
#FF3D54
Crimson Color Values
- HEX
- #FF3D54
- RGB
- 255, 61, 84
- HSL
- 353°, 100%, 62%
- CMYK
- 0, 76, 67, 0
Shades & Tints
Darker Lighter
About this color
Crimson sits at 353° on the color wheel, placing it in the warm color family, often associated with energy and warmth. With 100% saturation and 62% lightness, this vibrant light hue creates strong visual impact and draws attention.
In digital design, warm colors like Crimson 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 Crimson in print, the CMYK breakdown of 0%, 76%, 67%, 0% 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 Crimson
CSS Variable
:root {
--brand-primary: #FF3D54;
--brand-primary-rgb: 255, 61, 84;
}Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.
Tailwind Config
colors: {
brand: '#FF3D54',
}
Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.
Print Design (CMYK)
C: 0%
M: 76%
Y: 67%
K: 0%Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.
RGB for Screens
rgb(255, 61, 84)
rgba(255, 61, 84, 0.8)Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.
Brands Using the Same Hue
10 brand s with colors near 353° on the color wheel
Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #FF3D54?
#FF3D54 is Crimson, a warm light color with RGB values of 255, 61, 84. It has a hue of 353°, 100%
saturation, and 62% lightness in the HSL color
space.
What is the RGB value of #FF3D54?
The RGB color code for #FF3D54 is rgb(255, 61, 84). This means it contains 255 red,
61 green, and 84 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Crimson a warm or cool color?
Crimson (#FF3D54) is a warm color with a hue between 0-60° or 300-360° on the color wheel.
How do I use #FF3D54 in CSS?
You can use #FF3D54 in CSS with:
background-color: #FF3D54; or color: #FF3D54; or as an RGB value: rgb(255, 61, 84). For print design, use CMYK: 0%, 76%, 67%, 0%.