UP Maroon
HEX: #7B1113 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#7B1113
123, 17, 19
358°, 86% ,48%
0, 86.18, 84.55, 51.76
About UP Maroon
UP Maroon (#7B1113) is a color with RGB(123, 17, 19) and HSL(358.87°, 86.18%, 48.24%). 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 #117B79, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #137B11 and #11137B. The name comes from Maroon (English).
- HEX: #7B1113
- RGB: 123, 17, 19
- HSL: 358.87°, 86.18%, 48.24%
- Mood: Energetic, Bold
- Style: Vivid, Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #117B79
- Triadic colors: #137B11, #11137B
- The name comes from Maroon (English).
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 #7B1113 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The color maroon has been used in various contexts throughout history. In the context of the University of the Philippines (UP), 'UP Maroon' specifically refers to the official color of the university. The choice of maroon for UP is often associated with the color of the 'sablay', a traditional Filipino garment worn during graduation ceremonies, and also symbolizes courage, passion, and sacrifice, aligning with the university's role in national development and its history of activism.
First Recorded Use
The color name 'maroon' in English is derived from the French word 'marron', which means 'chestnut'. The first recorded use of maroon as a color name in English was in 1594.
Cultural Associations
In the Philippines, 'UP Maroon' is a highly recognizable color, strongly associated with the University of the Philippines, the country's national university. It evokes a sense of academic excellence, intellectual discourse, and social responsibility. Students, alumni, and faculty often wear maroon to show their affiliation and pride. The color is prominently featured in university events, sports, and merchandise. It also carries a symbolic weight related to the university's history of student activism and its role as a 'bastion of academic freedom'.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #7B1113;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #7B1113;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #7B1113;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#7B1113,
#11E5E1
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#7B1113,
#11E5E1
);
}// SCSS variable
$up-maroon: #7B1113;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$up-maroon-r: 123;
$up-maroon-g: 17;
$up-maroon-b: 19;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $up-maroon;
color: rgba($up-maroon-r, $up-maroon-g, $up-maroon-b, 0.8);
}