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玉红

#C04851
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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#C04851
RGB192, 72, 81
HSL356°, 49%, 52%
CMYK13%, 83%, 62%, 3%

Visual Analysis

A mid-toned red tone (H:356° S:49% L:52%) 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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#49C17D
#498DC1
Tint & Shade
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Design Applications

Brand & Identity

"玉红" is particularly suited for fashion, entertainment, and romance brands. Its specific tonal character (H:356° S:49%) 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 52% lightness, it offers versatile mid-range presence — suitable for card backgrounds, hover states, and decorative fills.

Digital & UI

In digital interfaces, consider using "玉红" for promotional banners, like buttons, and expressive UI accents. With 52% 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.
4.90:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
4.29:1
AA AAA

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

Color Psychology

Color Temperature

Warm-toned (hue 356°), triggers energy and action. Warm colors advance visually, making elements feel prominent.

Visual Weight

Mid-range lightness (52%) creates balanced presence — works for text and interactive elements.

Saturation Impact

Moderate saturation (49%) balances engagement and comfort for extended viewing.

Color Breakdown

Hue356°
Saturation49%
Lightness52%
Print Values (CMYK)
C13%
M83%
Y62%
K3%

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