Burgundy
HEX: #800020 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#800020
128, 0, 32
345°, 100% ,50%
0, 100, 75, 49.8
About Burgundy
Burgundy (#800020) is a color with RGB(128, 0, 32) and HSL(345°, 100%, 50.2%). It is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #008060, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #208000 and #002080. The name comes from Bourgogne (French).
- HEX: #800020
- RGB: 128, 0, 32
- HSL: 345°, 100%, 50.2%
- Mood: Energetic, Bold
- Style: Vivid, Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #008060
- Triadic colors: #208000, #002080
- The name comes from Bourgogne (French).
Live Components
Color Palettes
Color Harmonies
Complementary
The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.
Analogous
Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
Triadic
Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.
Split-Complementary
Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.
Tetradic (Square)
Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.
Monochromatic
Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.
Shades & Tints
A seamless scale of #800020 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The name 'Burgundy' comes from the historical region of Burgundy in France, famous for its wines. The color itself is a deep, dark red, often with a hint of purple, reminiscent of the richer red wines produced in the region. While the region and its wines have a long history dating back to Roman times, the specific color name 'Burgundy' to describe this particular shade of red became more widely recognized and used in fashion and design in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It gained popularity as a sophisticated and rich alternative to brighter reds.
First Recorded Use
The color name 'Burgundy' as a specific shade of dark red is generally understood to have become common in English in the late 19th or early 20th century, likely popularized by its association with Burgundy wine. However, the region and its wines have been known for centuries.
Cultural Associations
Burgundy is widely associated with sophistication, luxury, and richness, largely due to its connection with Burgundy wine. It is a popular color in fashion, interior design, and automotive industries. It often conveys a sense of maturity, elegance, and depth. In some contexts, it can also be seen as a strong, passionate, yet refined color.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #800020;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #800020;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #800020;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#800020,
#01FFC0
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#800020,
#01FFC0
);
}// SCSS variable
$burgundy: #800020;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$burgundy-r: 128;
$burgundy-g: 0;
$burgundy-b: 32;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $burgundy;
color: rgba($burgundy-r, $burgundy-g, $burgundy-b, 0.8);
}