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余烬红

#CF7543
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Earth Element
Late Summer · Center · Stability & Nourishment
Secondary Color (间色)

Cultural Resonance

A traditional Chinese color with historical roots. Modern nomenclature.

A secondary color derived from blending primary colors, commonly seen in folk clothing and daily life.

Five Elements

Element
Earth
Season
Late Summer
Direction
Center
Symbolism
Virtue & Inclusiveness
Color Class
Secondary Color (间色)
Category
Orange

Technical Specs

HEX#CF7543
RGB207, 117, 67
HSL21°, 59%, 54%
CMYK9%, 64%, 78%, 1%

Visual Analysis

A mid-toned orange-red tone (H:21° S:59% L:54%) that is distinctly saturated, vivid. It carries the warmth of earthenware, offering a distinctive presence in any palette.

Color Harmonies

Complementary
#CF7543
#449ECF
Triadic
#CF7543
#44CF75
#7544CF
Analogous
#CF4459
#CF7543
#CFBA44
Split-Complementary
#CF7543
#44CFBA
#4459CF
Tint & Shade
#93451B
#CF7543
#DDB39C

Design Applications

Brand & Identity

"余烬红" is particularly suited for luxury goods, fine dining, and heritage brands. Its specific tonal character (H:21° S:59%) creates a distinctive brand identity that stands apart from generic color choices.

Interior & Spatial

In spatial design, this specific shade excels in intimate dining rooms and cozy libraries. With 54% lightness, it offers versatile mid-range presence — suitable for card backgrounds, hover states, and decorative fills.

Digital & UI

In digital interfaces, consider using "余烬红" for warm CTAs, notification badges, and accent borders. With 54% 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.
3.34:1
AA AAA
Black Text Sample
The quick brown fox jumps.
6.28:1
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 21°), triggers energy and action. Warm colors advance visually, making elements feel prominent.

Visual Weight

Mid-range lightness (54%) creates balanced presence — works for text and interactive elements.

Saturation Impact

Moderate saturation (59%) balances engagement and comfort for extended viewing.

Color Breakdown

Hue21°
Saturation59%
Lightness54%
Print Values (CMYK)
C9%
M64%
Y78%
K1%

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