Crimson Brick & Coral is a vivid analogous color palette tagged gradient, dark, warm. Analogous neighbors on the wheel (Espresso, Brick Red, Brick) give it a natural, low-tension flow. Saturation runs high, so use the brightest color sparingly and let the others carry the surface area. The overall temperature is warm.
Color codes click any value to copy
| Swatch | Name | HEX | RGB | HSL | OKLCH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Espresso | #3C000D | rgb(60, 0, 13) | hsl(347, 100%, 12%) | oklch(22.6% 0.090 16) | |
| Brick Red | #942338 | rgb(148, 35, 56) | hsl(349, 62%, 36%) | oklch(44.6% 0.148 15) | |
| Brick | #D1454D | rgb(209, 69, 77) | hsl(357, 60%, 55%) | oklch(59.0% 0.176 21) | |
| Coral | #FC9B6B | rgb(252, 155, 107) | hsl(20, 96%, 70%) | oklch(77.9% 0.132 47) |
Why it works and how to use it
With 4 chromatic colors, Brick Red takes the lead while the rest support. Lightness runs from 12% to 70%. Well suited to websites, presentations and branding.
- Background: Coral (#FC9B6B) is the lightest color, so it belongs on large surfaces.
- Text: Espresso (#3C000D) on #FC9B6B gives 8.38:1, passing WCAG AAA.
- Primary: Brick Red (#942338) is the most saturated mid-tone; use it for buttons and links (3.93:1 against the background, fine for UI elements).
- Accent: Brick (#D1454D) for highlights, badges and hover states.
1 of 6 color pairs pass WCAG AA (4.5:1); the strongest is Espresso on Coral at 8.38:1.
Preview on a real UI see how the palette feels in context
Design faster with Crimson Brick & Coral
A palette preview that turns four colors into a page, so you can judge hierarchy, contrast and mood before you commit.
Primary action SecondaryColor blindness simulation
Color-blind check: all four colors stay distinguishable under protanopia, deuteranopia and tritanopia.
Contrast check WCAG ratios between palette colors
| Pair | Sample | Ratio | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
#3C000D on #FC9B6B | Aa | 8.38:1 | AAA |
#942338 on #FC9B6B | Aa | 3.93:1 | AA large only |
#3C000D on #D1454D | Aa | 3.9:1 | AA large only |
#D1454D on #FC9B6B | Aa | 2.15:1 | Fail |
#3C000D on #942338 | Aa | 2.13:1 | Fail |
#942338 on #D1454D | Aa | 1.83:1 | Fail |