Is Sunstone (#E37A47) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #E37A47 achieves a contrast ratio of 2.94:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 6.07:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Sunstone?

The exact complementary color for #E37A47 is #45AEE3. For analogous pairings, use #E3455F and #E3C945. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Sunstone

Sunstone (#E37A47)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Sunstone (#E37A47)?

Sunstone has the HEX code #E37A47. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 227, 122, 71. In HSL, it is 20°, 74%, 58%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:46% Y:69% K:11%.

Luminance: 31% · Nearest standard name: Sunstone

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SUNSTONE

#E37A47

rgb(227, 122, 71) · hsl(20°, 74%, 58%)

HEX#E37A47

RGB227, 122, 71

HSL20°, 74%, 58%

HSV / HSB20°, 69%, 89%

CMYK (Print)0%, 46%, 69%, 11%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#E37A47#45AEE3

Analogous

#E3455F#E37A47#E3C945

Triadic

#E37A47#45E379#7945E3

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)2.94:1

Sample text rendered with #E37A47 on white

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

Against Dark (#0F172A)6.07:1

Sample text rendered with #E37A47 on dark

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Sunstone (#E37A47)

Sunstone (#E37A47) is a distinct shade within the Coral & Orange chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 31% 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#E37A47

RGB Space227, 122, 71

HSL Values20°, 74%, 58%

HSV / HSB20°, 69%, 89%

CMYK Ink0%, 46%, 69%, 11%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Sunstone

Geometric intervals calculated from #E37A47 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#45AEE3

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Sunstone with its polar opposite (#45AEE3) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#E3455F · #E3C945

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#45E3C9 · #455FE3

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#45E379 · #7945E3

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#5FE345 · #45AEE3 · #C945E3

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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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for Sunstone

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 74% and lightness of 58%, Sunstone (#E37A47) 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

Embodies tactile warmth, artisan craftsmanship, grounded optimism, and hospitality. Creates an inviting, friendly atmosphere.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Hospitality Resorts, Artisan Food & Dining, Interior Decor, Education. Combining Sunstone with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Sunstone

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-e37a47: #E37A47;
  --color-e37a47-rgb: 227, 122, 71;
  --color-e37a47-hsl: 20deg 74% 58%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'e37a47': '#E37A47',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sunstone (#E37A47)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Sunstone (#E37A47)?

Sunstone is defined by the HEX code #E37A47. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:227, G:122, B:71. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:20°, Saturation:74%, Lightness:58%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 20°, 69%, 89%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:46%, Y:69%, K:11%.

Does Sunstone (#E37A47) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Sunstone achieves a contrast ratio of 2.94:1 (Failing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Failing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 6.07:1 (Passing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Sunstone (#E37A47)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #E37A47 is #45AEE3. When placed side-by-side, #E37A47 and #45AEE3 create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for Sunstone in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export Sunstone into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define Sunstone in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #E37A47; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Sunstone using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Sunstone (#E37A47) belong to?

Sunstone belongs to the Coral & Orange family (Warm spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Coral & Orange Color Guide.