Amaranth red

#D3212D

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What Color is Amaranth red

Amaranth red (#D3212D) is a warm red color associated with the autumn season. Its complementary color is #2CDED2.

What color is opposite Amaranth red?

The opposite color to Amaranth red is Turquoise (#2cded2).

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Additional Information

  • Color Family: Red
  • Temperature: Warm
  • Associated Season: Autumn
  • Complementary Color: #2CDED2
  • Brightness: 88/255
  • Saturation: 84%

Color Conversions

Hex
#D3212D
RGB
211, 33, 45
RGB %
83%, 13%, 18%
HSL
356°, 73%, 48%
HSV
356°, 84%, 83%
CMYK
0%, 84%, 79%, 17%
LAB
46, 66, 40
XYZ
27.88, 15.13, 3.93

CSS Snippets

CSS Hex
color: #D3212D;
CSS RGB
color: rgb(211, 33, 45);
Background
background-color: #D3212D;
Border
border: 1px solid #D3212D;
Box Shadow
box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #D3212D40;
Linear Gradient
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #D3212D 0%, #ffffff 100%);

Colors That Pair Well With Amaranth red

Bold Contrast

Pair with Turquoise for maximum visual impact. Perfect for call-to-action buttons or attention-grabbing designs.

#D3212D#2cded2

Clean & Professional

Combine with white and dark gray for a clean, professional look. Ideal for business websites and corporate branding.

#D3212D#FFFFFF#1F2937

Harmonious Depth

Use lighter and darker shades for a sophisticated, cohesive design. Great for backgrounds, text, and subtle accents.

#dc4d57#a91a24

What Goes With Amaranth red?

Explore color palettes containing Amaranth red and discover harmonious combinations for your designs.

Accessibility

Contrast with Black and White

Contrast with Black

UI Examples

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UI Examples

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hex code for Amaranth red?
#D3212D — see all color formats above.
What colors go with Amaranth red?
See our recommended pairings with design context, or explore the color harmonies for more options.
Is Amaranth red accessible for text?
Check the accessibility section for WCAG contrast ratios against black and white backgrounds.
How do I use Amaranth red in CSS?
Copy ready-to-use code from the CSS snippets section, or click any format in Color Conversions to copy.