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Blood red

Dark and dense red, charged with symbolic intensity.

Color conversions

Meaning & usage

Blood red belongs to humanity's oldest hues, linked to ritual and the deep significance of life. Its chromatic density imposes an undeniable presence, between tragedy and profound vitality.

Synonyms & nuances

rouge sangsangblood reddark red

Shades (darker)

Tints (lighter)

Tones (desaturated)

Design system scale (50→950)

Harmonies

Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-comp.
Tetradic

Thread & yarn equivalents

Average ΔE :63 (Rough)
#8B0000
DMC 498
Christmas Red Dk
ΔE 63

Approximate sRGB matches — request a physical color card from each brand before purchasing.

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