Scarlet Color Code: HEX Code & RGB Code Values

Looking for specific scarlet color code? Get exact scarlet hex code #FF2400 and scarlet RGB code rgb(255,36,0). Complete color information for design and development projects featuring this vibrant, classic red.

HEX#FF2400

RGBrgb(255,36,0)

Shades of Scarlet

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HEX Color Value

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Shades (Adding Black)

• FF2400

  rgb(255, 36, 0)
• D12507

  rgb(209, 37, 7)
• A4240B

  rgb(164, 36, 11)
• 7A200D

  rgb(122, 32, 13)
• 521A0B

  rgb(82, 26, 11)
• 2D1206

  rgb(45, 18, 6)
• 000000

  rgb(0, 0, 0)

Tints (Adding White)

• FF2400

  rgb(255, 36, 0)
• FF633C

  rgb(255, 99, 60)
• FF8A66

  rgb(255, 138, 102)
• FFAA8D

  rgb(255, 170, 141)
• FFC8B3

  rgb(255, 200, 179)
• FFE4D9

  rgb(255, 228, 217)
• FFFFFF

  rgb(255, 255, 255)

Tones (Adding Gray)

• FF2400

  rgb(255, 36, 0)
• F43C19

  rgb(244, 60, 25)
• E4502E

  rgb(228, 80, 46)
• D26043

  rgb(210, 96, 67)
• BD6D57

  rgb(189, 109, 87)
• A4796C

  rgb(164, 121, 108)
• 808080

  rgb(128, 128, 128)

Scarlet Palette

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HEX Color Value

Sequential

Single hue gradient for data visualization

7 colors

Lightest

#FFD1C8

Light

#FFA288

Medium Light

#FF6F4B

Medium

#FF2400

Medium Dark

#B41E0B

Dark

#6E160C

Darkest

#300B04

Diverging

Dual hue gradient with a neutral midpoint

9 colors

Base End

#FF2400

Left Dark

#FF6C45

Left Medium

#FF9D7E

Left Light

#FFCAB8

Neutral

#F5F5F5

Right Light

#D1EFF8

Right Medium

#A9E9FA

Right Dark

#77E2FD

Complementary End

#00DBFF

Monochromatic

Same hue, different brightness/saturation

5 colors

Lightest

#FFFFFF

Light

#FFA182

Medium

#FF2400

Dark

#A50000

Darkest

#000000

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

5 colors

Left Adjacent 2

#FF00DB

Left Adjacent 1

#FF005B

Main

#FF2400

Right Adjacent 1

#FFA400

Right Adjacent 2

#DBFF00

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

2 colors

Main

#FF2400

Complementary

#00DBFF

Triadic

Evenly spaced around the color wheel (120° apart)

3 colors

Main

#FF2400

Secondary

#00FF24

Tertiary

#2400FF

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

4 colors

Main

#FF2400

Right 90°

#5CFF00

Complementary

#00DBFF

Left 90°

#A400FF

Tetradic

Two pairs of complementary colors

4 colors

Main

#FF2400

Secondary

#DBFF00

Complementary

#00DBFF

Complementary Secondary

#2400FF

Split Complementary

Complementary colors ±30°

3 colors

Main

#FF2400

Split Left

#00FFA4

Split Right

#005CFF

Cyclic

Circular gradient for periodic data

8 colors

0°

#FF2400

45°

#FFE300

90°

#5CFF00

135°

#00FF64

180°

#00DBFF

225°

#001CFF

270°

#A400FF

315°

#FF009B

Pastel

Soft, desaturated colors for modern UI

6 colors

Light Pastel

#C9A29C

Pastel 1

#D1AEA9

Pastel 2

#D8BBB6

Pastel 3

#DFC7C3

Pastel 4

#E6D4D1

Deep Pastel

#EDE0DE

Common Red Color Codes (HEX & RGB)

Red →

HEX:#FF0000

RGB:rgb(255, 0, 0)

Dark Red →

HEX:#8B0000

RGB:rgb(139, 0, 0)

Blood Red →

HEX:#880808

RGB:rgb(136,8,8)

Maroon →

HEX:#800000

RGB:rgb(128, 0, 0)

Burgundy →

HEX:#800020

RGB:rgb(128, 0, 32)

Crimson →

HEX:#DC143C

RGB:rgb(220, 20, 60)

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HEX Color Value

All Formats:

• HEX:
  #FF2400
• RGB:
  rgb(255, 36, 0)
• CMYK:
  cmyk(0%, 86%, 100%, 0%)
• HSV:
  hsv(8°, 100%, 100%)
• HSL:
  hsl(8°, 100%, 50%)

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What is Scarlet?

Scarlet is one of the most iconic shades of red — a brilliant, warm orange-red that has symbolized power, prestige, and passion for millennia. The word "scarlet" traces back to the Old French escarlate, which itself comes from the Persian saqirlat, referring to a luxurious type of wool cloth that was commonly dyed a rich red using kermes insect dye. During the Middle Ages, scarlet became synonymous with wealth and status, as the dye process was expensive and the color was reserved for royalty, nobility, and the highest ecclesiastical ranks.

In digital terms, scarlet is represented by the hex code #FF2400 or rgb(255, 36, 0). The color leans heavily toward the warm end of the spectrum, with maximum red, a hint of green, and zero blue. This pure, fiery character makes scarlet immediately eye-catching — it demands attention in a way that deeper, cooler reds like crimson do not. The CMYK equivalent underscores this warmth, with very little cyan and a moderate amount of magenta and yellow, making scarlet reproduce vividly in print.

Scarlet vs Other Reds

Scarlet is part of a distinguished red family, but each shade has its own personality:

Color	HEX Code	Key Difference
Scarlet	#FF2400	Bright orange-red, warm and energetic
Crimson	#DC143C	Deep blue-red, cool and sophisticated
Burgundy	#800020	Dark wine-red with purple undertones
Vermilion	#E34234	Soft, slightly muted orange-red
Tomato Red	#FF6347	Muted reddish-orange, softer than scarlet

Scarlet is the warmest and most vivid of the group — its orange undertone radiates energy and immediacy. It is significantly brighter than vermilion but shares a similar warmth that crimson and burgundy lack. This makes scarlet ideal when you need a red that feels active and commanding rather than elegant or subdued.

Color Psychology and Meaning

Scarlet's psychological impact is immediate and powerful. As the warmest of the classic reds, it triggers feelings most closely associated with action and urgency. However, its historical association with luxury also gives it a dimension of prestige that pure red lacks.

In different cultural and psychological contexts, scarlet represents:

• Power and authority: Worn by cardinals, kings, and military officers throughout history; still used in British ceremonial uniforms and academic regalia
• Passion and desire: Used in literature and art to signify intense romantic or sensual themes — think of Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter
• Warning and danger: The brain processes warm reds faster than any other color, making scarlet ideal for fire engines, stop signs, and emergency signals
• Celebration and luck: In Chinese culture, scarlet red symbolizes good fortune and joy, prominently featured in weddings and New Year celebrations

For modern brands, scarlet communicates confidence, boldness, and an unapologetic presence. It works best for brands that want to be seen as energetic, passionate, and impossible to ignore.

Using Scarlet in Design

Scarlet's warmth and brightness open up specific design opportunities that cooler reds cannot offer:

Web and UI Design: Scarlet works powerfully as a primary CTA color when you want high conversion urgency. Paired with clean whites, it creates energetic hero sections and header accents. Due to its warmth, it pairs beautifully with dark mode interfaces, where cooler colors can feel clinical. Be cautious with text readability — use white text on scarlet for maximum contrast.

Graphic Design: Scarlet dominates layouts, so use it strategically. It pairs brilliantly with teal or deep navy for striking event posters, packing design, and sports branding. Gold foil and scarlet together create a premium, celebratory look ideal for luxury packaging and holiday marketing.

Fashion and Beauty: The classic "red lipstick" shade that flatters warm skin tones is essentially scarlet. It conveys bold confidence in fashion, from red-carpet gowns to statement handbags and footwear.

Brand Identity: Netflix, YouTube, and ESPN all use scarlet-adjacent reds in their branding to project energy, entertainment, and passion. Scarlet says "we're exciting, we're bold, and we're not background noise."

Color Harmony and Combinations

Scarlet pairs with a surprising range of colors when balanced correctly:

• Monochromatic: Light coral, salmon pink, and deep red create warm gradients
• Complementary: Teal (#008080) or cyan provides maximum color contrast and visual tension
• Analogous: Vermilion, coral, and tangerine blend seamlessly for warm palettes
• Triadic: Scarlet, lime green, and electric blue create a bold, sporty look
• Neutral grounding: Off-white, warm grey, and gold let scarlet pop without competing

For web accessibility, scarlet (#FF2400) on white achieves approximately 5.5:1 contrast, exceeding WCAG AA for normal text. This makes it one of the more accessible warm reds for body copy readability.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scarlet hex code?

The standard scarlet hex code is #FF2400. This value is recognized across all major design tools including Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Sketch, and CSS frameworks.

What colors go well with scarlet?

Scarlet pairs beautifully with teal, navy, gold, off-white, charcoal, and sage green. For a bold palette, combine scarlet with electric blue or lime green.

Is scarlet the same as crimson?

No. Scarlet (#FF2400) is a warm orange-red, while crimson (#DC143C) is a cool blue-red. Scarlet is noticeably brighter and more orange-toned.

What are the RGB values for scarlet?

The scarlet RGB code is rgb(255, 36, 0) — maximum red, a small amount of green, and zero blue.

What is the CMYK equivalent of scarlet?

The scarlet CMYK value is approximately C:0, M:86, Y:100, K:0, reflecting its warm, yellow-dominant red character ideal for print.

Can scarlet be used as a background?

Scarlet makes an excellent accent and hero section background, but for large areas of body text, opt for lighter tints. Full scarlet backgrounds work best when balanced with ample white space and neutral elements.