Color meaning

Dark Muted Red

Dark Muted Red is a grounded and moody red shade. Red signals confidence, urgency, and passion.

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#553030

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About Dark Muted Red

Historically tied to power and celebration, red stays bold in modern design. It pairs well with contemporary palettes that need a grounded and moody anchor.

Use red to spotlight CTAs, alerts, or energetic brands. Try pairing Dark Muted Red with warm neutrals or a complementary accent for contrast.

Information about Dark Muted Red

HEX#553030
RGBrgb(85, 48, 48)
CMYK0% 44% 44% 67%
HSLhsl(0, 28%, 26%)
HSVhsv(0, 44%, 33%)
LAB24.5, 16.9, 7.3
LCH24.5, 18.4, 23.4

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FAQ

Dark Muted Red questions

?Which code reproduces this Dark Muted Red shade?

Use #553030; the name alone can refer to several shades. Copy the displayed conversion when your design tool needs RGB or HSL instead.

?Where can I use Dark Muted Red in a design?

Use red to spotlight CTAs, alerts, or energetic brands. Try pairing Dark Muted Red with warm neutrals or a complementary accent for contrast.