Dusky Ruby Thread

#ca162b

Notes

Dusky Ruby Thread (#CA162B) is a true red with a vibrant character. It holds its own as a focal accent, carrying visual weight without tipping into neon territory. Its HSL profile (353°, 80%, 44%) places it in the highly saturated band at a mid lightness. Best used in small doses, like logos, CTAs, focus rings, or highlight text, where its saturation becomes a feature rather than noise. For a confident two-color system, pair it with its complementary teal. For something softer, pull in its analogous neighbors on either side of the wheel.

HEX

#ca162b

RGB

rgb(202, 22, 43)

HSL

hsl(353, 80%, 44%)