Color Directory/Zinnia Scarlet

Zinnia Scarlet (#E22638)

Luminance: 18% · Nearest standard name: Zinnia Scarlet

ZINNIA SCARLET
#E22638
rgb(226, 38, 56) · hsl(354°, 76%, 52%)
HEX#E22638
RGB226, 38, 56
HSL354°, 76%, 52%
HSV / HSB354°, 83%, 89%
CMYK (Print)0%, 83%, 75%, 11%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#E22638#28E2CF

Analogous

#E22897#E22638#E27228

Triadic

#E22638#3AE228#283AE2

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints
Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)4.60:1

Sample text rendered with #E22638 on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS
Against Dark (#0F172A)3.88:1

Sample text rendered with #E22638 on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS
Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Zinnia Scarlet (#E22638)

Zinnia Scarlet (#E22638) is a distinct shade within the Rose & Red chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 18% 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#E22638
RGB Space226, 38, 56
HSL Values354°, 76%, 52%
HSV / HSB354°, 83%, 89%
CMYK Ink0%, 83%, 75%, 11%
TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Zinnia Scarlet

Geometric intervals calculated from #E22638 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#28E2CF

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Zinnia Scarlet with its polar opposite (#28E2CF) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#E22897 · #E27228

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#28E272 · #2897E2

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#3AE228 · #283AE2

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#97E228 · #28E2CF · #7228E2

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

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

Interactive Exploration

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Lock #E22638 inside our interactive generator to calculate live matching palettes in real time.

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Zinnia Scarlet

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 76% and lightness of 52%, Zinnia Scarlet (#E22638) 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

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 Zinnia Scarlet with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Zinnia Scarlet

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS
:root {
  --color-e22638: #E22638;
  --color-e22638-rgb: 226, 38, 56;
  --color-e22638-hsl: 354deg 76% 52%;
}
tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS
module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'e22638': '#E22638',
      }
    }
  }
};

Frequently Asked Questions About Zinnia Scarlet (#E22638)

Authoritative answers covering Zinnia Scarlet color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Zinnia Scarlet (#E22638)?
Zinnia Scarlet is defined by the HEX code #E22638. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:226, G:38, B:56. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:354°, Saturation:76%, Lightness:52%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 354°, 83%, 89%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:83%, Y:75%, K:11%.
Does Zinnia Scarlet (#E22638) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?
Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Zinnia Scarlet achieves a contrast ratio of 4.60:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 3.88:1 (Failing WCAG AA).
What is the direct complementary color for Zinnia Scarlet (#E22638)?
The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #E22638 is #28E2CF. When placed side-by-side, #E22638 and #28E2CF create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.
What is the recommended role for Zinnia Scarlet in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?
With a saturation of 76% and lightness of 52%, Zinnia Scarlet (#E22638) 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 Zinnia Scarlet into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?
You can define Zinnia Scarlet in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #E22638; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Zinnia Scarlet using our interactive Color Palette Generator.
Which color family does Zinnia Scarlet (#E22638) belong to?
Zinnia Scarlet belongs to the Rose & Red family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Rose & Red Color Guide.