Color: Indian Red
Complete color information and conversion tools for Indian Red
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Test Indian Red 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 black text for best results.
Recommended text color: Use #000000 text for optimal readability on Indian Red backgrounds.
Colors similar to Indian Red based on hue and saturation.
About Indian Red Color
The Indian Red color (#CD5C5C) is a red color that belongs to the web-safe color palette. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about Indian Red, including its technical specifications, psychological impact, design applications, and practical usage examples.
Indian Red has the hexadecimal code #CD5C5C and RGB values of 205, 92, 92. In the HSL color space, it has a hue of 0°, saturation of 53%, and lightness of 58%. This color is widely supported across all browsers and design applications.
Discover the psychological impact and cultural significance of Indian Red.
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 Indian Red 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 Indian Red.
Color Temperature
Dominant Wavelength
Color Purity
Brightness Index
Real-world examples and code snippets showing how to use Indian Red.
CSS Examples
Design Tips & Best Practices
When using Indian Red 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 Indian Red 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.