Deep Ruby
HEX: #843F5B | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#843F5B
132, 63, 91
335°, 52% ,51%
0, 52.27, 31.06, 48.24
About Deep Ruby
Deep Ruby (#843F5B) is a color with RGB(132, 63, 91) and HSL(335.65°, 52.27%, 51.76%). It is commonly associated with Romantic moods. In design, it fits Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Logo. Its complementary color is #3F8468, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #5B843F and #3F5B84. The name comes from Deep Ruby (English).
- HEX: #843F5B
- RGB: 132, 63, 91
- HSL: 335.65°, 52.27%, 51.76%
- Mood: Romantic
- Style: Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Logo
- Complementary color: #3F8468
- Triadic colors: #5B843F, #3F5B84
- The name comes from Deep Ruby (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 #843F5B from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The color 'ruby' itself is named after the gemstone, known for its vibrant red hues. 'Deep Ruby' specifies a darker, more intense variant of this red. The addition of 'deep' is a common English modifier used to describe a darker or more saturated version of a color. This particular shade (#843f5b) falls into the purplish-red category, often associated with luxury, passion, and sophistication. Its precise definition and widespread recognition are relatively modern, driven by industries that require specific color communication.
First Recorded Use
While 'ruby' as a color has existed for centuries, the specific compound 'Deep Ruby' likely gained traction with the advent of standardized color systems (like Pantone) and digital color representation. Its common usage in fashion, interior design, and cosmetics suggests a rise in the latter half of the 20th century.
Cultural Associations
Deep Ruby, and similar dark red shades, are often associated with: - **Luxury and Royalty:** Rubies have historically been prized by royalty and the wealthy. - **Passion and Love:** Red is universally linked to strong emotions. - **Power and Authority:** Dark, rich colors can convey gravitas. - **Sophistication and Elegance:** Often seen in formal wear, upscale interiors, and high-end products. - **Autumnal Themes:** Can evoke the rich colors of fall foliage.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #843F5B;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #843F5B;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #843F5B;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#843F5B,
#44C490
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#843F5B,
#44C490
);
}// SCSS variable
$deep-ruby: #843F5B;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$deep-ruby-r: 132;
$deep-ruby-g: 63;
$deep-ruby-b: 91;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $deep-ruby;
color: rgba($deep-ruby-r, $deep-ruby-g, $deep-ruby-b, 0.8);
}