Ruber

HEX: #CE4676 | Modern Palette

On White
4.41:1
FAIL
On Black
4.76:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#CE4676
RGB
206, 70, 118
HSL
338°, 66% ,80%
CMYK
0, 66.02, 42.72, 19.22

About Ruber

Ruber (#CE4676) is a color with RGB(206, 70, 118) and HSL(338.82°, 66.02%, 80.78%). It is commonly associated with Playful moods. In design, it fits Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Background. Its complementary color is #46CE9E, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #76CE46 and #4676CE. The name comes from ruber (Latin).

  • HEX: #CE4676
  • RGB: 206, 70, 118
  • HSL: 338.82°, 66.02%, 80.78%
  • Mood: Playful
  • Style: Warm
  • Use case: Text, Button, Background
  • Complementary color: #46CE9E
  • Triadic colors: #76CE46, #4676CE
  • The name comes from ruber (Latin).

Live Components

LIGHT
DARK
System Notification Box

Color Palettes

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.

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 #CE4676 from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Playful
Style
Warm
Use case
Text Button Background

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #828272
Protanopia #626277
Tritanopia #CC4E4E
Achromatopsia #787878

Frequently Asked Questions

Ruber (#CE4676) is a color with RGB(206, 70, 118) and HSL(338.82°, 66.02%, 80.78%).

#CE4676 pairs strongly with #46CE9E as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#CE4676 is suitable for Text, Button, Background and works well with Warm styles.

#CE4676 is commonly associated with Playful.

The name Ruber is linked to ruber from Latin, meaning red.

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word ruber
Meaning red
Language Latin
First Recorded Use Classical Antiquity

History

The word 'ruber' is a direct Latin adjective meaning 'red'. It is the root for many words in Romance languages (e.g., 'rouge' in French, 'rosso' in Italian, 'rojo' in Spanish, 'vermelho' in Portuguese) and has also influenced English through loanwords and scientific terminology. Its use dates back to ancient Latin literature and everyday speech. The color red itself has held significant symbolic meaning across various ancient cultures, often associated with blood, fire, passion, and power.

First Recorded Use

Before 500 AD

Cultural Associations

In ancient Rome, red (ruber) was a prominent color. It was associated with Mars, the god of war, and was often worn by soldiers. Triumphant generals would paint their faces red. Red was also used in religious ceremonies and for decorative purposes. Its strong visual impact made it a significant color in art and daily life.

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Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #CE4676;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #CE4676;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #CE4676;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #CE4676,
        #AEEED8
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #CE4676,
        #AEEED8
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$ruber: #CE4676;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$ruber-r: 206;
$ruber-g: 70;
$ruber-b: 118;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $ruber;
    color: rgba($ruber-r, $ruber-g, $ruber-b, 0.8);
}