Dusky Ruby Velvet

#e51f4d

Notes

Dusky Ruby Velvet (#E51F4D) 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 (346°, 79%, 51%) 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

#e51f4d

RGB

rgb(229, 31, 77)

HSL

hsl(346, 79%, 51%)