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姜红

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Fire Element
Summer · South · Passion & Radiance
Primary Color (正色)

Cultural Resonance

A traditional Chinese color with historical roots. Modern nomenclature.

A primary color in the Five Elements system, used in imperial court rituals and ceremonial attire.

Five Elements

Element
Fire
Season
Summer
Direction
South
Symbolism
Passion & Civilization
Color Class
Primary Color (正色)
Category
Red

Technical Specs

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RGB238, 184, 195
HSL348°, 61%, 83%
CMYK0%, 39%, 14%, 0%

Visual Analysis

A light and airy red tone (H:348° S:61% L:83%) that is distinctly saturated, vivid. It carries the softness of silk, offering a distinctive presence in any palette.

Color Harmonies

Complementary
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Triadic
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Analogous
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Split-Complementary
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Tint & Shade
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Design Applications

Brand & Identity

"姜红" is particularly suited for fashion, entertainment, and romance brands. Its specific tonal character (H:348° S:61%) creates a distinctive brand identity that stands apart from generic color choices.

Interior & Spatial

In spatial design, this specific shade excels in boutique spaces, vanity areas, and festive settings. Its bright, 83% lightness makes it perfect for large surface areas — page backgrounds, modal overlays, and light-themed layouts.

Digital & UI

In digital interfaces, consider using "姜红" for promotional banners, like buttons, and expressive UI accents. Its bright, 83% lightness makes it perfect for large surface areas — page backgrounds, modal overlays, and light-themed layouts.

Accessibility — WCAG Contrast

White Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
1.71:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
12.28:1
AA AAA

WCAG 2.1 requires ≥4.5:1 for AA and ≥7:1 for AAA. Best text color: black (#000).

Color Psychology

Color Temperature

Warm-toned (hue 348°), triggers energy and action. Warm colors advance visually, making elements feel prominent.

Visual Weight

At 83% lightness, feels lightweight and expansive — reduces perceived element weight by ~20%.

Saturation Impact

High saturation (61%) demands attention — brain processes ~50ms faster than desaturated variants.

Color Breakdown

Hue348°
Saturation61%
Lightness83%
Print Values (CMYK)
C0%
M39%
Y14%
K0%

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