Medium Candy Apple Red
HEX: #E2062C | Modern Palette
Color Specifications
#E2062C
226, 6, 44
349°, 94% ,45%
0, 97, 81, 11
About Medium Candy Apple Red
Medium Candy Apple Red (#E2062C) is a color with RGB(226, 6, 44) and HSL(349.6°, 94.8%, 45.5%). 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 #06E2BC, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #2CE206 and #062CE2. The name comes from Candy Apple Red (English).
- HEX: #E2062C
- RGB: 226, 6, 44
- HSL: 349.6°, 94.8%, 45.5%
- Mood: Energetic, Bold
- Style: Vivid, Warm
- Use case: Text, Button, Accent
- Complementary color: #06E2BC
- Triadic colors: #2CE206, #062CE2
- The name comes from Candy Apple 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 #E2062C from deepest shade to lightest tint.
Frequently Asked Questions
Name, History & Etymology
History
The 'Candy Apple Red' color is not a single pigment but rather a specific paint technique that creates its distinctive look. It typically involves a metallic base coat (often silver or gold) over which multiple translucent layers of a colored lacquer (the 'candy' coat, usually red) are applied, followed by a clear coat. This process gives the color its depth, brilliance, and a certain 'wet' look. The inspiration clearly comes from the confectionery item, the candy apple, which features a bright, glossy red sugar coating over an apple. The visual appeal of these treats translated well to automotive finishes, where customizers sought vibrant, eye-catching colors that stood out. George Barris, a famous custom car builder, is often associated with popularizing such finishes. Over time, 'Candy Apple Red' has transcended the automotive world and is now a common descriptor for similar shades of red in guitars, bicycles, fashion, and other design contexts. The 'Medium' prefix in 'Medium Candy Apple Red' (#e2062c) suggests a specific shade within the broader 'Candy Apple Red' spectrum, perhaps indicating a balance between darker, deeper candy reds and brighter, more orange-leaning ones, or simply a standard representation of the color.
First Recorded Use
The term 'Candy Apple Red' for a color gained significant popularity and widespread use in the automotive industry, particularly for custom cars and hot rods, starting in the 1950s and 1960s. While red colors existed before, this specific descriptive term for a high-gloss, deep, translucent red became common then.
Cultural Associations
Candy Apple Red is strongly associated with American car culture, particularly hot rods, custom cars, and muscle cars of the mid-to-late 20th century. It evokes a sense of speed, flashiness, rebellion, and classic Americana. It's a color that demands attention and is often seen as bold and energetic. Beyond cars, it's a popular color for electric guitars (especially Fender Stratocasters and Telecasters), giving them a classic, rock-and-roll aesthetic. It's also used in fashion, interior design, and product design to convey vibrancy and a touch of retro cool.
Code Snippets
/* Background */
.element {
background-color: #E2062C;
}
/* Text */
.element {
color: #E2062C;
}
/* Border */
.element {
border: 1px solid #E2062C;
}/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
background: linear-gradient(
to right,
#E2062C,
#06E2BC
);
}
/* Radial gradient */
.element {
background: radial-gradient(
circle,
#E2062C,
#06E2BC
);
}// SCSS variable
$medium-candy-apple-red: #E2062C;
// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$medium-candy-apple-red-r: 226;
$medium-candy-apple-red-g: 6;
$medium-candy-apple-red-b: 44;
// Usage
.element {
background-color: $medium-candy-apple-red;
color: rgba($medium-candy-apple-red-r, $medium-candy-apple-red-g, $medium-candy-apple-red-b, 0.8);
}