Rusty Red
HEX: #DA2C43 | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#DA2C43
218, 44, 67
352°, 79% ,85%
0, 79.82, 69.27, 14.51
About Rusty Red
Rusty Red (#DA2C43) is a color with RGB(218, 44, 67) and HSL(352.07°, 79.82%, 85.49%). It is commonly associated with Playful moods. In design, it fits Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Background. Its complementary color is #2CDAC3, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #43DA2C and #2C43DA. The name comes from Rusty Red (English).
- HEX: #DA2C43
- RGB: 218, 44, 67
- HSL: 352.07°, 79.82%, 85.49%
- Mood: Playful
- Style: Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Background
- Complementary color: #2CDAC3
- Triadic colors: #43DA2C, #2C43DA
- The name comes from Rusty Red (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 #DA2C43 from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Color Characteristics
Accessibility Simulation
#828239
#595945
#D93030
#737373
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The term 'rust' to describe the reddish-brown oxidation of iron has existed for centuries. The adjective 'rusty' naturally followed to describe objects or colors resembling this phenomenon. 'Rusty Red' specifically emphasizes the red component within the rust spectrum, distinguishing it from more brownish or orange-brown 'rust' colors. Its use became more prevalent as color naming became more nuanced, particularly in paint, textile, and cosmetic industries where specific shades needed clear descriptors. It evokes a sense of aged metal, warmth, and earthiness.
First Recorded Use
The exact first documented use of 'Rusty Red' as a specific color name is difficult to pinpoint precisely, but the concept of describing a reddish-brown color as 'rusty' would have emerged as early as the 17th century with the understanding of rust itself. As a formal color name, it likely gained traction in the late 19th to early 20th century with the standardization of color palettes in art, industry, and fashion.
Cultural Associations
Rusty Red is often associated with autumn, natural landscapes (especially those with iron-rich soil or rocks), and vintage aesthetics. It can convey a sense of warmth, earthiness, and durability. In fashion and interior design, it's often used to create a cozy, rustic, or sophisticated look. It's a common color in traditional art to depict natural elements or aged objects. It can also be seen in industrial design, reflecting the material it's named after.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #DA2C43;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #DA2C43;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #DA2C43;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#DA2C43,
#BCF8F0
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#DA2C43,
#BCF8F0
);
}// SCSS variable
$rusty-red: #DA2C43;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$rusty-red-r: 218;
$rusty-red-g: 44;
$rusty-red-b: 67;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $rusty-red;
color: rgba($rusty-red-r, $rusty-red-g, $rusty-red-b, 0.8);
}