Carnelian
Meet Carnelian (#B31B1B), a striking shade that balances the intensity of red with the stability of brown. Its notable depth gives it a strong visual presence, making it a compelling choice for creating focal points and sophisticated accents in any interface.
Carnelian Code Conversions
HEX
#B31B1B
LAB
39, 58, 41
RGB
179, 27, 27
XYZ
19.2, 10.4, 2.0
HSL
0°, 74%, 40%
LCH
39, 71, 35°
HSB
0°, 85%, 70%
LUV
39, 112, 24
HWB
0°, 11%, 30%
Carnelian Color Harmonies
Analogous
Sitting beside Carnelian on the color wheel, analogous colors produce a rich, cohesive palette. This combination results in a calm and composed visual experience.
Complementary
Complementary colors are opposites on the color wheel. Paired with Carnelian, its complement creates a striking visual contrast, making both hues appear more vibrant.
Split Complementary
A split complementary palette offers a sophisticated twist on a classic. It pairs Carnelian with the two colors that sit beside its direct opposite.
Triadic
A triadic scheme pairs Carnelian with two other colors, all equally distant on the color wheel, resulting in a bold and balanced combination.
Tetradic
A tetradic scheme pairs Carnelian with three other colors, forming two complementary sets for a rich, versatile, and well-balanced design palette.
Square
The square color scheme uses four colors evenly spaced on the color wheel. With Carnelian, this creates a rich, high-contrast, and lively palette.
Carnelian Contrast Simulation
Carnelian Color Variations
Shades
By adding black to Carnelian, you create shades—darker tones that add visual weight.
Tints
Tints are lighter versions of Carnelian, created by adding white to soften the original hue.
Tones
Tones are created by adding gray to Carnelian, resulting in softer, less saturated versions.
Hues
Hues are variations of Carnelian, differing in intensity and temperature to influence visual tone.
What Interfaces Use Colors Like Carnelian?
