Scarlet
HEX: #FF2400 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#FF2400
255, 36, 0
8°, 100% ,50%
0, 86, 100, 0
About Scarlet
Scarlet (#FF2400) is a color with RGB(255, 36, 0) and HSL(8.5°, 100%, 50%). 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 #00DBFF, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #00FF24 and #2400FF. The name comes from escarlate (Old French).
- HEX: #FF2400
- RGB: 255, 36, 0
- HSL: 8.5°, 100%, 50%
- Mood: Energetic, Bold
- Style: Vivid, Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #00DBFF
- Triadic colors: #00FF24, #2400FF
- The name comes from escarlate (Old 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 #FF2400 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The word 'scarlet' originally referred to a type of fine, expensive wool cloth, often dyed a brilliant red, rather than the color itself. This cloth was highly prized and imported from the Middle East. Over time, the word shifted to describe the specific vibrant red color associated with this fabric. The etymology traces back through Old French 'escarlate', Medieval Latin 'scarlata', and ultimately to Persian 'saqirlat' or Arabic 'siqillat', referring to a rich fabric.
First Recorded Use
Late 13th century
Cultural Associations
Symbolism: Scarlet is often associated with passion, love, anger, courage, and sacrifice. It can also represent sin, lust, and danger. Religion: In Christianity, scarlet is sometimes linked to the Whore of Babylon in the Book of Revelation, symbolizing sin and luxury. However, it also appears in priestly vestments. Literature: Nathaniel Hawthorne's 'The Scarlet Letter' famously uses the color to symbolize adultery and public shame. Heraldry: In heraldry, scarlet (or gules) signifies magnanimity and military strength. Academia: Scarlet is a common color for academic regalia, particularly for doctorates, symbolizing the highest level of achievement. Military: Historically, scarlet uniforms were common in the British Army (e.g., 'redcoats'), making soldiers highly visible but also projecting power and intimidation.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #FF2400;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #FF2400;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #FF2400;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#FF2400,
#00DBFF
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#FF2400,
#00DBFF
);
}// SCSS variable
$scarlet: #FF2400;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$scarlet-r: 255;
$scarlet-g: 36;
$scarlet-b: 0;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $scarlet;
color: rgba($scarlet-r, $scarlet-g, $scarlet-b, 0.8);
}