Orient Red (#b32428) Color Meaning, Values and Psychology

Orient Red (#b32428) Color Information

Orient Red (#b32428) RGB value is (179, 36, 40). The hex color red value is 179, green is 36, and blue is 40. Its HSL format shows a hue of 358°, saturation of 67%, and lightness of 42%, while the CMYK process values are 0%, 80%, 78%, and 30%.

Colors that pair well with Orient Red (#b32428) include Dark Pink (#AA336A), Ruddy Brown (#BB6528), and Green (Crayola) (#1CAC78), as they maintain visual balance and harmony, whereas Lime Green (#32CD32), Persian Blue (#1C39BB), and Light Sea Green (#20B2AA) tend to conflict with this color due to strong contrast or opposing tonal characteristics.

Clear image showing Orient Red color swatch with hex value #B32428 and RGB value (179,36,40)

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Orient Red (#b32428) Color Meaning

Orient Red (#B32428) is a deep, vivid red with subtle brown undertones, evoking strength, passion, and authority. It belongs to the dark red spectrum, conveying energy, courage, and boldness. Designers use it in branding, ceremonial design, and high-impact visuals for strong emotional presence. Historically, Orient Red (#B32428) reflects Asian textiles, traditional lacquerware, and symbolic ceremonial art. The shade communicates vitality, prestige, and cultural richness. It appears in decorative art, festival attire, and luxury objects to evoke respect and energy. Orient Red (#B32428) resonates with the root and sacral chakras, supporting vitality, courage, and determination. Across cultures, deep reds like Orient Red symbolize strength, prosperity, and protection. It frequently appears in textiles, ceremonial decorations, and festive design to create bold and lasting impressions.

Color Conversion

Accurate conversions of Orient Red (#b32428) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.

HEX

#b32428

RGB

rgb(179, 36, 40)

HSL

hsl(358°, 67%, 42%)

CMYK

cmyk(0%, 80%, 78%, 30%)

HSV

hsv(358°, 80%, 70%)

XYZ

19.6043 10.9987 3.0972

Yxy

10.9987 0.5817 0.3264

Hunter Lab

33.1643 2.8213 0.8679

CIE-Lab

39.5782 55.8594 34.7727

RGB Values & CMYK Values

Detailed RGB and CMYK values of Orient Red (#b32428) displayed in a horizontal bar provide clear reference for digital and print color accuracy.

RGB Channels

Red179 / 255 (70%)

70%

Green36 / 255 (14%)

14%

Blue40 / 255 (16%)

16%

CMYK Ink Density

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)

Magenta80 / 100 (80%)

80%

Yellow78 / 100 (78%)

78%

Key (Black)30 / 100 (30%)

30%

Color Variations

A full range of Orient Red (#b32428) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.

Color Harmonies

Harmonious color schemes for Orient Red (#b32428) 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

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

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 Orient Red (#b32428) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.

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Sample Text

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Large Text (18pt+)

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Normal Text

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UI Components

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Color Blindness Simulator

Simulated views of Orient Red (#b32428) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.