crimson

#F8255A

VibrantElectric

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Conversions

RGB248, 37, 90
CMYK0, 85, 64, 3
HSL345°, 94%, 56%
LAB55, 77, 27
Closest Library Match
rose-50094% Match

Readability

3.88On WhiteFAIL
5.40On BlackPASS AA

For optimal readability, use Black text on this background.

Magic Gradients

subtle
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vibrant
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rich
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About #F8255A

The hexadecimal color code #F8255A is a medium, intense shade of Red (known as crimson). In the RGB color model, #F8255A is comprised of 248 red, 37 green, and 90 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 345 degrees, a saturation of 94%, and a lightness of 56%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 410 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create intense Red atmospheres. Designers searching for Red color schemes often pair this with its complementary color or use it as an accent against neutral backgrounds. It is commonly used in digital design for backgrounds, typography, and accent elements. When paired with its complementary color in the palette below, it creates a high-contrast visual hierarchy. Engineers can implement this color using the CSS hex code #F8255A.

Vision Simulation

ProtanopiaRed-blind
DeuteranopiaGreen-blind
TritanopiaBlue-blind