Is Vintage Velvet Red (#6E0D25) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #6E0D25 achieves a contrast ratio of 12.02:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 1.49:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Vintage Velvet Red?

The exact complementary color for #6E0D25 is #0D6E55. For analogous pairings, use #6E0D55 and #6E250D. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

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Vintage Velvet Red (#6E0D25)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Vintage Velvet Red (#6E0D25)?

Vintage Velvet Red has the HEX code #6E0D25. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 110, 13, 37. In HSL, it is 345°, 79%, 24%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:88% Y:66% K:57%.

Luminance: 4% · Nearest standard name: Vintage Velvet Red

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VINTAGE VELVET RED

#6E0D25

rgb(110, 13, 37) · hsl(345°, 79%, 24%)

HEX#6E0D25

RGB110, 13, 37

HSL345°, 79%, 24%

HSV / HSB345°, 88%, 43%

CMYK (Print)0%, 88%, 66%, 57%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#6E0D25#0D6E55

Analogous

#6E0D55#6E0D25#6E250D

Triadic

#6E0D25#256E0D#0D256E

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)12.02:1

Sample text rendered with #6E0D25 on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)1.49:1

Sample text rendered with #6E0D25 on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Vintage Velvet Red (#6E0D25)

Vintage Velvet Red (#6E0D25) is a distinct shade within the Rose & Red chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 4% and a warm color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#6E0D25

RGB Space110, 13, 37

HSL Values345°, 79%, 24%

HSV / HSB345°, 88%, 43%

CMYK Ink0%, 88%, 66%, 57%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Vintage Velvet Red

Geometric intervals calculated from #6E0D25 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#0D6E55

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Vintage Velvet Red with its polar opposite (#0D6E55) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#6E0D55 · #6E250D

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Vintage Velvet Red for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#0D6E25 · #0D556E

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Vintage Velvet Red, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#256E0D · #0D256E

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#556E0D · #0D6E55 · #250D6E

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Vintage Velvet Red

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 79% and lightness of 24%, Vintage Velvet Red (#6E0D25) acts as an attention-grabbing focal point. In user interfaces, reserve it for primary CTA buttons, active state indicators, and notification badges to draw user clicks immediately.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges

Dark Mode AdaptationOptimal dark canvas backdrop

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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Radiates high energy, urgency, passionate emotion, and dramatic visual power. Commands immediate human attention.

Optimal Industry Verticals

E-Commerce Flash Sales, Fitness Apparel, Gaming HUDs, Food & Beverage. Combining Vintage Velvet Red with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Vintage Velvet Red

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-6e0d25: #6E0D25;
  --color-6e0d25-rgb: 110, 13, 37;
  --color-6e0d25-hsl: 345deg 79% 24%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '6e0d25': '#6E0D25',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Vintage Velvet Red (#6E0D25)

Authoritative answers covering Vintage Velvet Red color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Vintage Velvet Red (#6E0D25)?

Vintage Velvet Red is defined by the HEX code #6E0D25. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:110, G:13, B:37. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:345°, Saturation:79%, Lightness:24%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 345°, 88%, 43%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:88%, Y:66%, K:57%.

Does Vintage Velvet Red (#6E0D25) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Vintage Velvet Red achieves a contrast ratio of 12.02:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 1.49:1 (Failing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Vintage Velvet Red (#6E0D25)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #6E0D25 is #0D6E55. When placed side-by-side, #6E0D25 and #0D6E55 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Vintage Velvet Red in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Vintage Velvet Red into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Vintage Velvet Red in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #6E0D25; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Vintage Velvet Red using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Vintage Velvet Red (#6E0D25) belong to?

Vintage Velvet Red belongs to the Rose & Red family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Rose & Red Color Guide.