Dark Garnet (#660000) Color Information
Dark Garnet (#660000) RGB value is (102, 0, 0). The hex color red value is 102, green is 0, and blue is 0. Its HSL format shows a hue of 0°, saturation of 100%, and lightness of 20%, while the CMYK process values are 0%, 100%, 100%, and 60%.
Colors that pair well with Dark Garnet (#660000) include Tyrian Purple (#630330), Burnt Umber (#6E260E), and Cadmium Green (#006B3C), as they maintain visual balance and harmony, whereas Pakistan Green (#006600), Navy Blue (#000080), and Stormy Teal (#006D6F) tend to conflict with this color due to strong contrast or opposing tonal characteristics.
Dark Garnet (#660000) Color Meaning
Dark Garnet (#660000) is a deep, rich red with subtle brown undertones, inspired by the garnet gemstone. Its dark, luxurious tone conveys elegance, strength, and intensity. Historically, garnet-red pigments and gemstones were used in jewelry, religious art, and decorative crafts to signify power, wealth, and spiritual significance. In modern design, Dark Garnet adds sophistication and a sense of depth. Symbolically, Dark Garnet (#660000) represents passion, power, and protection. It evokes intense emotion, confidence, and grounded energy. In interiors, it creates dramatic, cozy spaces, while in fashion, it conveys luxury, boldness, and refinement. Artists employ Dark Garnet to create shadow, contrast, or elegance within compositions. Culturally, Dark Garnet (#660000) has historical and spiritual significance worldwide. In Europe, garnet was used in royal regalia and talismans, symbolizing power and protection. In Asia, deep red gemstones were associated with vitality and endurance. Today, Dark Garnet continues to influence jewelry design, interiors, and branding as a timeless, authoritative shade.
Color Conversion
Accurate conversions of Dark Garnet (#660000) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.
RGB Values & CMYK Values
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Color Variations
A full range of Dark Garnet (#660000) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.
Color Harmonies
Harmonious color schemes for Dark Garnet (#660000) created using the color wheel ensure visually balanced palettes.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)
Complementary
Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)
Split Complementary
Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite
Triadic
Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)
Tetradic
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Square
Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)
Double Split Complementary
Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites
Monochromatic
Variations of a single hue
Contrast Checker (WCAG)
Luminance contrast ratios for Dark Garnet (#660000) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.
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Color Blindness Simulator
Simulated views of Dark Garnet (#660000) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.
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Seamless Patterns
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Icons
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Real-World Applications
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Dark Garnet (#660000) Color FAQs
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