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Akane Madder (#B7282E)

Luminance: 12% · Nearest standard name: Akane Madder

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AKANE MADDER
#B7282E
rgb(183, 40, 46) · hsl(357°, 64%, 44%)
HEX#B7282E
RGB183, 40, 46
HSL357°, 64%, 44%
HSV / HSB357°, 78%, 72%
CMYK (Print)0%, 78%, 75%, 28%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#B7282E#28B8B1

Analogous

#B82877#B7282E#B86928

Triadic

#B7282E#30B828#2830B8

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints
Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)6.26:1

Sample text rendered with #B7282E on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS
Against Dark (#0F172A)2.85:1

Sample text rendered with #B7282E on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Akane Madder (#B7282E)

Akane Madder (#B7282E) is a distinct shade within the Rose & Red chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 12% 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#B7282E
RGB Space183, 40, 46
HSL Values357°, 64%, 44%
HSV / HSB357°, 78%, 72%
CMYK Ink0%, 78%, 75%, 28%
TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Akane Madder

Geometric intervals calculated from #B7282E on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#28B8B1

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Akane Madder with its polar opposite (#28B8B1) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#B82877 · #B86928

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of Akane Madder for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#28B869 · #2877B8

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of Akane Madder, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#30B828 · #2830B8

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#77B828 · #28B8B1 · #6928B8

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 Akane Madder

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 64% and lightness of 44%, Akane Madder (#B7282E) 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 AdaptationDesaturate slightly for ambient glow
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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 Akane Madder with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Akane Madder

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS
:root {
  --color-b7282e: #B7282E;
  --color-b7282e-rgb: 183, 40, 46;
  --color-b7282e-hsl: 357deg 64% 44%;
}
tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS
module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'b7282e': '#B7282E',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Akane Madder (#B7282E)

Authoritative answers covering Akane Madder color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Akane Madder (#B7282E)?
Akane Madder is defined by the HEX code #B7282E. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:183, G:40, B:46. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:357°, Saturation:64%, Lightness:44%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 357°, 78%, 72%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:78%, Y:75%, K:28%.
Does Akane Madder (#B7282E) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?
Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Akane Madder achieves a contrast ratio of 6.26:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 2.85:1 (Failing WCAG AA).
What is the direct complementary color for Akane Madder (#B7282E)?
The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #B7282E is #28B8B1. When placed side-by-side, #B7282E and #28B8B1 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.
What is the recommended role for Akane Madder in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?
With a saturation of 64% and lightness of 44%, Akane Madder (#B7282E) 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.
How can I copy and export Akane Madder into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?
You can define Akane Madder in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #B7282E; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Akane Madder using our interactive Color Palette Generator.
Which color family does Akane Madder (#B7282E) belong to?
Akane Madder belongs to the Rose & Red family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Rose & Red Color Guide.