Scarlet red is a bright, intense shade of red that is often found in nature. This colour is often associated with passion, energy and strength. Scarlet red is particularly bright and eye-catching, and is often used in situations with symbolic meaning, such as on flags or official symbols.
Scarlet also plays an important role in the world of fashion and design. It is used in clothing, accessories and interior design elements to create a dynamic, luxurious and elegant look. It also has a significant psychological impact, often triggering strong emotional reactions and increasing people's energy and attention levels.
RGB and HEX colour codes for scarlet red
The RGB colour code for the scarlet red colour is (255, 36, 0) and the HEX colour code is #FF2400.
| Colour scheme | Code/Weights |
|---|---|
| Hex |
#FF2400 |
| RGB |
rgb(255, 36, 0) |
| HSL |
hsl(8, 100%, 50%) |
| HSV/HSB |
hsv(8, 100%, 100%) |
| CMYK |
cmyk(0, 86, 100, 0) |
| Contrasting colour |
#00DCFF |
| Complementary colour |
#00B225 |
Dark and light shades of scarlet red
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Dark shades
Light shades
Complementary colour palettes of scarlet red
Scarlet red is an intense, eye-catching colour that is often used to create dramatic effects. The different colour palettes below will help you understand how to combine scarlet red with other colours.
Complementary palette
Analogue palette
Monochrome palette
Triad palette
Tetrade palette
Split complementary palette
Neutral palette
what is the colour of scarlet red?
The colour scarlet, also known as red or blood red, is a bright, deep shade of red, often associated with intense emotion, passion or danger. This shade is usually a mixture of lighter shades of pure red and orange.
What makes the colour scarlet red?
The colour of scarlet depends mainly on the concentration and shade of red pigments. The intensity of the colour can vary according to the quantity and quality of the pigments used. In addition, the shade of the scarlet red colour can be influenced by the type of paint used, the application technique, as well as the lighting and the texture of the surface.
How is it possible to mix the scarlet red colour?
To achieve a scarlet red colour, you need to mix two basic colours: red and a small amount of yellow. The red colour provides the base colour, while the addition of yellow helps to bring out the warm, vibrant hue that is characteristic of scarlet red. It's important not to add too much yellow, as this will result in an orangey hue; just add enough to make the red deeper and more vibrant.
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