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莓红

#C45A65
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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

HEX#C45A65
RGB196, 90, 101
HSL354°, 47%, 56%
CMYK13%, 76%, 50%, 2%

Visual Analysis

A medium-light red tone (H:354° S:47% L:56%) that is distinctly saturated, vivid. It carries the warmth of earthenware, 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

"莓红" is particularly suited for fashion, entertainment, and romance brands. Its specific tonal character (H:354° S:47%) 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. With 56% lightness, it offers versatile mid-range presence — suitable for card backgrounds, hover states, and decorative fills.

Digital & UI

In digital interfaces, consider using "莓红" for promotional banners, like buttons, and expressive UI accents. With 56% lightness, it offers versatile mid-range presence — suitable for card backgrounds, hover states, and decorative fills.

Accessibility — WCAG Contrast

White Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
4.20:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
5.00:1
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 354°), triggers energy and action. Warm colors advance visually, making elements feel prominent.

Visual Weight

Mid-range lightness (56%) creates balanced presence — works for text and interactive elements.

Saturation Impact

Moderate saturation (47%) balances engagement and comfort for extended viewing.

Color Breakdown

Hue354°
Saturation47%
Lightness56%
Print Values (CMYK)
C13%
M76%
Y50%
K2%

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