Crimson Color — #DC143C
Complete color reference for #DC143C: conversions to RGB, HSL, HSV, CMYK, color harmonies, shades & tints scale, and WCAG accessibility contrast ratios.
Color Format Conversions
#DC143Crgb(220, 20, 60)hsl(348, 83%, 47%)hsv(348, 91%, 86%)C:0% M:91% Y:73% K:14%crimson144231000.1604WCAG Accessibility Contrast
WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 (normal text) or ≥3:1 (large text). WCAG AAA requires ≥7:1.
Shades & Tints Scale
Steps 50–400 are tints (mixed with white); 500 is the base color; 600–900 are shades (mixed with black).
Color Harmonies
Complementary
Split Complementary
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RGB equivalent of #DC143C?
The RGB equivalent is rgb(220, 20, 60). The red channel is 220, green is 20, and blue is 60 (scale 0–255).
What is the HSL value of #DC143C?
The HSL value is hsl(348, 83%, 47%). Hue is 348°, saturation is 83%, and lightness is 47%.
Does #DC143C meet WCAG accessibility standards?
On a white background, #DC143C achieves a 4.99:1 contrast ratio (AA). On a black background it achieves 4.21:1 (AA Large). WCAG AA requires ≥4.5:1 for normal text.
What is the complementary color of #DC143C?
The complementary color (180° opposite on the hue wheel) of #DC143C is #14DBB4.