Color: Crimson
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Test Crimson for accessibility compliance and color contrast ratios.
Basic Contrast Ratios
WCAG 2.1 Compliance
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Required ratio: 3:1
Required ratio: 7:1
Required ratio: 4.5:1
Usage Recommendations
⚠ Good for accessibility
This color meets AA standards. Use with white text for best results.
Recommended text color: Use #FFFFFF text for optimal readability on Crimson backgrounds.
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About Crimson Color
The Crimson color (#DC143C) is a red color that belongs to the web-safe color palette. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Crimson, including its technical specifications, psychological impact, design applications, and practical usage examples.
Crimson has the hexadecimal code #DC143C and RGB values of 220, 20, 60. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 348°, saturation of 83%, and lightness of 47%. This color is widely supported across all browsers and design applications.
Discover the psychological impact and cultural significance of Crimson.
Associated Emotions
Passion, energy, excitement, power, love, anger
Symbolism & Meaning
Strength, courage, determination, danger, warning
Marketing & Branding
Creates urgency, stimulates appetite, grabs attention
Learn how to effectively use Crimson in various design contexts.
Web Design
- • Call-to-action buttons
- • Error messages
- • Sale/discount badges
- • Navigation highlights
Interior Design
- • Accent walls
- • Dining room decor
- • Kitchen accessories
- • Bold furniture pieces
Graphic Design
- • Headlines
- • Sale promotions
- • Warning signs
- • Logo accents
Fashion & Clothing
- • Evening wear
- • Power suits
- • Accessories
- • Statement pieces
Complete technical details and color space information for Crimson.
Color Temperature
Dominant Wavelength
Color Purity
Brightness Index
Real-world examples and code snippets showing how to use Crimson.
CSS Examples
Design Tips & Best Practices
When using Crimson in your designs, consider its psychological impact and cultural associations. This color works well in web design, branding, and marketing materials and can be effectively paired with complementary colors to create striking visual compositions.
Accessibility Considerations
When using Crimson as a text or background color, ensure sufficient contrast ratios for accessibility compliance. Test your color combinations against WCAG guidelines to ensure readability for all users.