Copper Red

HEX: #CB6D51 | Modern Palette

On White
3.59:1
FAIL
On Black
5.85:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#CB6D51
RGB
203, 109, 81
HSL
13°, 60% ,79%
CMYK
0, 46.31, 60.1, 20.39

About Copper Red

Copper Red (#CB6D51) is a color with RGB(203, 109, 81) and HSL(13.77°, 60.1%, 79.61%). It is commonly associated with Romantic moods. In design, it fits Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #51AFCB, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #51CB6D and #6D51CB. The name comes from Copper Red (English).

  • HEX: #CB6D51
  • RGB: 203, 109, 81
  • HSL: 13.77°, 60.1%, 79.61%
  • Mood: Romantic
  • Style: Warm
  • Use case: Text, Button, Accent
  • Complementary color: #51AFCB
  • Triadic colors: #51CB6D, #6D51CB
  • The name comes from Copper Red (English).

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Color Palettes

Copper Red #CB6D51 is used in Monochromatic, Neutral + Accent, Analogous, 3 + 1 + 1 palettes, giving designers ready-made combinations for backgrounds, surfaces, accents, and interface elements.

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
 
 
COPPER RED
 
 
Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
 
 
COPPER RED
 
 
Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
 
 
COPPER RED
 
 
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.
 
 
 
 
 

Color Harmonies

Copper Red #CB6D51 pairs with #51AFCB as its complementary color, and #51CB6D and #6D51CB in triadic combinations. These harmony relationships help create balanced color combinations for UI, branding, and design work.

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

COPPER RED
Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

COPPER RED
Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

COPPER RED
Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

COPPER RED
Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

COPPER RED
Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

COPPER RED

Shades & Tints

The shade and tint range for Copper Red #CB6D51 moves from dark #140906 tones through the base color to lighter #F9EFEB tones, making it useful for depth, hierarchy, and background variation.

COPPER RED

Color Characteristics

Mood
Romantic
Style
Warm
Use case
Text Button Accent

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #91914C
Protanopia #7C7C52
Tritanopia #CC6A6A
Achromatopsia #878787

Frequently Asked Questions

Copper Red (#CB6D51) is a color with RGB(203, 109, 81) and HSL(13.77°, 60.1%, 79.61%).

#CB6D51 pairs strongly with #51AFCB as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#CB6D51 is suitable for Text, Button, Accent and works well with Warm styles.

#CB6D51 is commonly associated with Romantic.

The name Copper Red is linked to Copper Red from English, meaning A reddish-brown color reminiscent of oxidized copper or the metal itself..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Copper Red
Meaning A reddish-brown color reminiscent of oxidized copper or the metal itself.
Language English
First Recorded Use Late 18th - Early 19th Century (as a specific color name)

History

The color 'copper red' has a rich history, particularly in ceramics. Copper oxide, under specific reducing firing conditions, can produce vibrant red glazes. This technique was famously perfected in China during the Tang and Song dynasties, leading to highly prized 'sang-de-boeuf' (oxblood) and 'flambé' glazes. In Europe, the use of copper for red glazes and pigments also developed, though often independently. The specific hue #cb6d51 is a modern digital representation of this classic color, often associated with warmth, earthiness, and a touch of rustic elegance.

First Recorded Use

The term 'copper' for the metal dates back to Old English 'coper' and Latin 'cuprum'. As a color descriptor, 'copper' has been used for centuries. 'Copper Red' as a distinct color name, often referring to glazes or pigments, became more common in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, particularly with advancements in ceramic glazes and paint manufacturing.

Cultural Associations

In Chinese ceramics, copper red glazes like 'sang-de-boeuf' are highly valued and symbolize good fortune and prosperity. The color is often associated with autumn, harvest, and natural landscapes. It can evoke feelings of warmth, comfort, and tradition. In interior design, copper red is used to create inviting and cozy spaces.

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Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #CB6D51;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #CB6D51;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #CB6D51;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #CB6D51,
        #ACDCEA
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #CB6D51,
        #ACDCEA
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$copper-red: #CB6D51;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$copper-red-r: 203;
$copper-red-g: 109;
$copper-red-b: 81;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $copper-red;
    color: rgba($copper-red-r, $copper-red-g, $copper-red-b, 0.8);
}