Spanish Red (#e60026) Color Meaning, Codes and Information

A complete guide to Spanish Red (#e60026) covering color values, harmonies, shades, meaning, and practical uses across design, branding, and everyday visuals.

Spanish Red (#e60026) Color Information

Spanish Red (#e60026) RGB value is (230, 0, 38). The hex color red value is 230, green is 0, and blue is 38. Its HSL format shows a hue of 350°, saturation of 100%, and lightness of 45%, while the CMYK process values are 0%, 100%, 83%, and 10%.

Colors that pair well with Spanish Red (#e60026) include Hollywood Cerise (#F400A1), Molten Orange (#F04A00), and Malachite (#0BDA51), as they maintain visual balance and harmony, whereas Harlequin (#3FFF00), Ultramarine (#0437F2), and Tropical Mint (#00FFBF) tend to conflict with this color due to strong contrast or opposing tonal characteristics.

Clear image showing Spanish Red color swatch with hex value #E60026 and RGB value (230,0,38)
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Spanish Red (#e60026) Color Meaning

Spanish Red (#E60026) is a bright, vivid red with strong primary intensity, leaning slightly toward crimson. It belongs to the warm red family, conveying passion, energy, and assertiveness. Spanish Red (#E60026) is bold, commanding attention, and often used to evoke strong emotion in design, art, and cultural symbols. Historically, Spanish Red (#E60026) reflects the traditional cochineal red pigment, highly valued in Europe and the Americas. In Spain, it became a symbol of courage, love, and national identity, frequently appearing in flags, ceremonial garments, and artistic works. Spanish Red (#E60026) also carries associations with sacrifice, power, and vitality. Spanish Red (#E60026) communicates energy, confidence, and urgency. Its bright intensity makes it ideal for drawing focus and expressing passion. Spanish Red (#E60026) continues to symbolize strength, celebration, and life force in modern design, fashion, and branding, maintaining a timeless cultural presence.

Color Conversion

Accurate conversions of Spanish Red (#e60026) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.

HEX
#e60026
RGB
rgb(230, 0, 38)
HSL
hsl(350°, 100%, 45%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 100%, 83%, 10%)
HSV
hsv(350°, 100%, 90%)
XYZ
32.9830 16.9629 3.3695
Yxy
16.9629 0.6186 0.3182
Hunter Lab
41.1860 6.4560 1.8331
CIE-Lab
48.2133 74.5798 47.9214

RGB Values & CMYK Values

Detailed RGB and CMYK values of Spanish Red (#e60026) displayed in a horizontal bar provide clear reference for digital and print color accuracy.

RGB Channels

Red230 / 255 (90%)
90%
Green0 / 255 (0%)
Blue38 / 255 (15%)
15%

CMYK Ink Density

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta100 / 100 (100%)
100%
Yellow83 / 100 (83%)
83%
Key (Black)10 / 100 (10%)

Color Variations

A full range of Spanish Red (#e60026) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.

Color Harmonies

Harmonious color schemes for Spanish Red (#e60026) 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 Spanish Red (#e60026) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.

#FFFFFF
#e60026

Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

4.78:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Normal Text

4.78:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

UI Components

4.78:1
WCAG AA
WCAG AAA

Color Blindness Simulator

Simulated views of Spanish Red (#e60026) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.

Normal Vision

Spanish Red (#e60026)

protanopia

#82801d

Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #e60026;

Text Color

color: #e60026;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #e60026;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #e6002640;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #e60026;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #e60026 0%, #890017 100%);

Seamless Patterns

High-resolution seamless patterns featuring Spanish Red (#e60026) provide ready-to-use backgrounds, wallpapers, and print designs for any project.

Diagonal Stripes
Polka Dots
Chevron
Diamond Grid
Hexagon
Waves
Crosshatch
Zigzag
Brick Wall
Triangles
Circles Grid
Herringbone

Icons

A collection of popular icons in Spanish Red (#e60026) offers ready-to-use visuals for interfaces, designs, and creative projects.

Real-World Applications

Real-world mockups of Spanish Red (#e60026) showcase its versatility across fashion, interiors, branding, and product packaging.

Fashion
Colored T-Shirt
Fashion
Baseball Cap
Interior
Living Room
Exterior
Office Complex
BRAND
Brands
Aluminum Can
Vehicle
Glossy Sportscar
Brands
Shopping Bag
Interior
Matte Wall
Brands
Flagship Phone

Useful Color Tools

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Spanish Red (#e60026) Color FAQs

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