What Color is Assassin’S Red
Assassin’S Red is an unapologetically vivid hue that commands immediate attention through its near-neon luminosity. This shade embodies raw power and urgency, sitting on the spectrum where traditional vermilion meets digital saturation. It functions as a visual siren, dominating any palette with its high-octane energy.
What color is opposite Assassin’S Red?
The opposite color to Assassin’S Red is Cyan / Aqua (#02f7f3).
Additional Information
- Color Family: Red
- Temperature: Warm
- Associated Season: Autumn
- Complementary Color: #02F7F3
- Brightness: 75/255
- Saturation: 99%
Colors That Pair Well With Assassin’S Red
Complementary
Pair with Cyan / Aqua for a harmonious, balanced look. Great for backgrounds and accents.
High Contrast
Use Cyan / Aqua for maximum readability. Ideal for text or critical UI elements.
Harmonious Depth
Use lighter and darker shades for a sophisticated, cohesive design. Great for backgrounds, text, and subtle accents.
Color Variations
Tints (add white)
Tones (add grey)
Assassin’S Red History
Historically, achieving a red of this intensity required dangerous chemistry or rare biological sources. Ancient Romans and Renaissance masters utilized cinnabar, a toxic mercury sulfide, to create Vermilion, a pigment reserved for status and religious iconography due to its volatility and cost.
The industrial revolution introduced synthetic alternatives like Cadmium Red in the early 20th century, allowing artists like Matisse to push saturation limits without the rapid fading of earlier organic dyes. In modern times, this specific hex code represents the digital peak of the spectrum, distinct from the darker, earthy ochres of the Paleolithic era.
Meaning & Psychology
This hue triggers a physiological response, measurably increasing heart rate and inducing adrenaline in the viewer. It is universally recognized as a signal of danger or prohibition, utilized in stop signs and warning labels to bypass cognitive processing for immediate reaction.
Culturally, the color oscillates between violence and passion. While it signifies luck and prosperity in Eastern traditions, Western psychology often links it to aggression and dominance. It creates a sense of spatial intrusion, appearing closer to the viewer than it actually is, effectively reducing the perceived size of a room.
In Nature
Nature utilizes this hyper-saturated shade sparingly, primarily for aposematism, the biological phenomenon of warning coloration. It appears on the skin of the Strawberry Poison-Dart frog and the bands of the Coral snake, signaling toxicity to potential predators. In the botanical world, it manifests in specific cultivars of tulips and hibiscus designed to aggressively attract pollinators against contrasting green foliage.
How To Use Assassin’S Red
Due to its overwhelming brightness, this color functions best as a deliberate accent rather than a primary background. It creates a focal point in minimalism or brutalist web design, directing the user's eye to call-to-action buttons with undeniable precision.
Accessibility requires strict management; this red creates a vibrating effect when placed directly against bright blues or greens. Text legibility is poor inside this background; designers must pair it with high-contrast white or deep charcoal to ensure readability and prevent visual fatigue.
Related Words
Curated Palettes
Lethal Contrast
A high-stakes, brutalist palette pairing the vivid red with stark neutrals for maximum impact.
Neon Nightlife
An electric, cyberpunk-inspired triad utilizing synthetic hues for digital interfaces.
Romantic Tension
A softer approach that bridges the aggressive red with warm pinks and deep wines.
Color Conversions
Color Blindness Simulation
CSS Snippets
color: #F60206;
color: rgb(246, 2, 6);
background-color: #F60206;
border: 3px solid #F60206;
box-shadow: 0 4px 12px #F6020666;
background: linear-gradient(135deg, #F60206 0%, #ffffff 100%);
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What Goes With Assassin’S Red?
Explore color palettes containing Assassin’S Red and discover harmonious combinations for your designs.
Analogous
Complementary
Split-complementary
Triadic
Monochromatic
Accessibility
Contrast with Black and White
Contrast with Black
UI Examples
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Contrast Ratio
Contrast with White
UI Examples
"Color is a power which directly influences the soul."
Contrast Ratio
Closest Color Matches
Caran d'ache Luminance 6901
Permanent Red
#061 • #E2271B
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I use Assassin’S Red in CSS?
You can use Assassin’S Red in CSS with its hex code. Here is an example class:
.assassin-s-red {
background-color: #F60206;
color: #FFFFFF;
}For more snippets including gradients, see the CSS snippets section.