Netherworld
Also known as: Crimson , Grubby Red , Kiss of a Vampire , Stizza
Few reds feel this vivid. Netherworld leans warm and passionate and urgent, which points it toward call-to-action buttons and food branding. Set it against a cyan accent when you want the combination to pop. On white it reads clearly at 9.84:1 contrast, safe for body text under WCAG AA.
Reference
Netherworld color codes
- HEX
- #881111
- RGB
- rgb(136, 17, 17)
- RGBA
- rgba(136, 17, 17, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(0, 78%, 30%)
- HSV
- hsv(0, 88%, 53%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 88%, 88%, 47%)
- LAB
- lab(29.2 47.9 35.3)
- OKLCH
- oklch(40.3% 0.152 27.6)
Analysis
Color intelligence
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Gamut
The full range of colors a device or space can show. sRGB is the common screen gamut; Display P3 is wider. A color outside a gamut cannot be shown accurately there and must be mapped inward.Full glossary entry →Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
Undertone
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warm
Nearest standard colors
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Delta E (ΔE)
A measure of how different two colors look. Below 1 the difference is invisible to almost everyone; below 2.3 most people can't tell them apart; above 10 they are clearly different colors. We use CIEDE2000, the modern standard.Full glossary entry →
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Delta E (ΔE)
A measure of how different two colors look. Below 1 the difference is invisible to almost everyone; below 2.3 most people can't tell them apart; above 10 they are clearly different colors. We use CIEDE2000, the modern standard.Full glossary entry →- CSS: darkred #8B0000 · ΔE 2.9
- RAL 3001: Signal red #A02128 · ΔE 6.5 · approximate
RAL values are widely published approximations of the physical standard. For Pantone-adjacent workflows, match by eye against a physical fan deck. Pantone's values are proprietary and device-dependent, so we don't print lookups.
Where Netherworld works
- Web & UI: Use it directly for text on light surfaces; it clears AA contrast without adjustment.
- Interiors: Use it where you want the eye to land: a front door, built-ins, or one bold wall.
- Fashion: One garment in this color carries an outfit; two starts to compete.
- Branding: Commands attention in logos and packaging; balance it with generous neutral space.
- Web & UI: Use it decoratively for dividers, chart series, and illustration accents, and let neutrals carry the type.
- Branding: Best in a brand's supporting palette: packaging interiors, patterns, campaign accents.
Copy as: every ecosystem
Variations
Tints, shades, and tones of Netherworld
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Tint
A color mixed with white, which raises its lightness. Pink is a tint of red. Tints feel softer and more open than the base color.Full glossary entry →
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Tint
A color mixed with white, which raises its lightness. Pink is a tint of red. Tints feel softer and more open than the base color.Full glossary entry →Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Harmonies
Color harmonies
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Complementary colors
Two colors opposite each other on the wheel. They create the strongest contrast and make each other look more intense, so they work best used unevenly.Full glossary entry →
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Complementary colors
Two colors opposite each other on the wheel. They create the strongest contrast and make each other look more intense, so they work best used unevenly.Full glossary entry →Palettes built from Netherworld by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Accessibility
Contrast & accessibility
Aa on white
contrast 9.84:1
AA pass AAA pass AA large pass
Aa on black
contrast 2.14:1
AA fail AAA fail AA large fail
Best text color on a Netherworld background: #ffffff
Palettes
Palettes featuring Netherworld
Netherworld with its complement
Soft neighbors of Netherworld
Netherworld triad
Explore
Similar colors
- Bloodthirsty #880011 · ΔE 1.8
- Red Reign #800707 · ΔE 2.2
- Emergency #911911 · ΔE 2.5
- Indian Red #850E04 · ΔE 2.7
- Dark Red #840000 · ΔE 2.8
- Socialist #921A1C · ΔE 2.9
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Netherworld is closest to Plunge .
FAQ
Netherworld FAQs
What color is Netherworld?
Netherworld is a dark red with the hex code #881111. In HSL terms it has a hue of 0°, 78% saturation, and 30% lightness.
What is the hex code for Netherworld?
The hex code for Netherworld is #881111. In RGB it's rgb(136, 17, 17), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 88%, 88%, 47%).
What colors go well with Netherworld?
Netherworld pairs naturally with cyan tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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