Is Technicolor Red (#E50914) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #E50914 achieves a contrast ratio of 4.79:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 3.72:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with Technicolor Red?

The exact complementary color for #E50914 is #0AE6DB. For analogous pairings, use #E60A83 and #E66D0A. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/Technicolor Red

Technicolor Red (#E50914)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for Technicolor Red (#E50914)?

Technicolor Red has the HEX code #E50914. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 229, 9, 20. In HSL, it is 357°, 92%, 47%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:0% M:96% Y:91% K:10%.

Luminance: 17% · Nearest standard name: Technicolor Red

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TECHNICOLOR RED

#E50914

rgb(229, 9, 20) · hsl(357°, 92%, 47%)

HEX#E50914

RGB229, 9, 20

HSL357°, 92%, 47%

HSV / HSB357°, 96%, 90%

CMYK (Print)0%, 96%, 91%, 10%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#E50914#0AE6DB

Analogous

#E60A83#E50914#E66D0A

Triadic

#E50914#15E60A#0A15E6

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)4.79:1

Sample text rendered with #E50914 on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)3.72:1

Sample text rendered with #E50914 on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: PASS

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to Technicolor Red (#E50914)

Technicolor Red (#E50914) is a distinct shade within the Rose & Red chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 17% 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#E50914

RGB Space229, 9, 20

HSL Values357°, 92%, 47%

HSV / HSB357°, 96%, 90%

CMYK Ink0%, 96%, 91%, 10%

TemperatureWarm

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for Technicolor Red

Geometric intervals calculated from #E50914 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#0AE6DB

Complementary Harmony

Pairs Technicolor Red with its polar opposite (#0AE6DB) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#E60A83 · #E66D0A

Analogous Harmony

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

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#0AE66D · #0A83E6

Split-Complementary

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

Triangular (120°)#15E60A · #0A15E6

Triadic Harmony

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

Rectangular (90°)#83E60A · #0AE6DB · #6D0AE6

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 Technicolor Red

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: Interactive Brand Accent (10% Volume)

With a saturation of 92% and lightness of 47%, Technicolor Red (#E50914) 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 Technicolor Red with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for Technicolor Red

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

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-e50914: #E50914;
  --color-e50914-rgb: 229, 9, 20;
  --color-e50914-hsl: 357deg 92% 47%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        'e50914': '#E50914',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About Technicolor Red (#E50914)

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

What are the exact digital and print color codes for Technicolor Red (#E50914)?

Technicolor Red is defined by the HEX code #E50914. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:229, G:9, B:20. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:357°, Saturation:92%, Lightness:47%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 357°, 96%, 90%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:0%, M:96%, Y:91%, K:10%.

Does Technicolor Red (#E50914) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, Technicolor Red achieves a contrast ratio of 4.79:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 3.72:1 (Failing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for Technicolor Red (#E50914)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #E50914 is #0AE6DB. When placed side-by-side, #E50914 and #0AE6DB create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

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

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

You can define Technicolor Red in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #E50914; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing Technicolor Red using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does Technicolor Red (#E50914) belong to?

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