What is the hex code for Crimson?

The hex code for Crimson is #DC143C. In RGB that is rgb(220, 20, 60), and in HSL it is hsl(348, 83%, 47%).

What RGB values make Crimson?

Crimson is 220 red, 20 green, and 60 blue, written as rgb(220, 20, 60).

Crimson scores 4.99:1 against white. WCAG AA needs 4.5:1 for body text, so it passes.

Yes. You can write color: crimson directly in CSS, which every browser resolves to #DC143C.

#DC143C

Crimson is a red tone at #DC143C. It sits at 348 degrees on the color wheel with 83% saturation and 47% lightness.

Color values

Tints mix Crimson with white, shades mix it with black. Use the light end for backgrounds and the dark end for text that has to stay readable.

Tint 80%

#F8D0D8

Tint 60%

#F1A1B1

Tint 40%

#EA728A

Tint 20%

#E34363

Base

#DC143C

Shade 20%

#B01030

Shade 40%

#840C24

Shade 60%

#580818

Shade 80%

#2C040C

On white

Sample text

4.99:1

Passes AA for body text

On black

Sample text

4.21:1

Large text only

Check a specific pairing in the contrast checker.

Frequently asked

What is the hex code for Crimson?: The hex code for Crimson is #DC143C. In RGB that is rgb(220, 20, 60), and in HSL it is hsl(348, 83%, 47%).
What RGB values make Crimson?: Crimson is 220 red, 20 green, and 60 blue, written as rgb(220, 20, 60).
Is Crimson readable as text on a white background?: Crimson scores 4.99:1 against white. WCAG AA needs 4.5:1 for body text, so it passes.
Is Crimson a valid CSS color name?: Yes. You can write color: crimson directly in CSS, which every browser resolves to #DC143C.