Prune
Also known as: Blackened Sun, Chestnut Brown, Reddy Brown, Sanguine
Prune is a rich, lively red that reads as bold and energetic. It shines in sportswear and call-to-action buttons. For contrast, pair it with a cyan from its complementary palette below. Accessibility-wise, it clears AA for text on white at 11.27:1.
Prune color codes
- HEX
- #701C11
- RGB
- rgb(112, 28, 17)
- RGBA
- rgba(112, 28, 17, 1)
- HSL
- hsl(7, 74%, 25%)
- HSV
- hsv(7, 85%, 44%)
- CMYK
- cmyk(0%, 75%, 85%, 56%)
- LAB
- lab(25.2 36.8 29.5)
- OKLCH
- oklch(36.5% 0.119 30.8)
Color intelligence
Displays accurately on every screen and translates well to print.
Temperature
warm
Nearest standard colors
- CSS: maroon#800000 · ΔE 4.5
- RAL 3032 — Pearl ruby red#711521 · ΔE 7.2 · 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 Prune 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 — 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 — dividers, chart series, 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
Tints, shades, and tones of Prune
Tints (lighter)
Shades (darker)
Color harmonies
Palettes built from Prune by rotating its hue in OKLCH space. Click any swatch to copy its hex code.
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Contrast & accessibility
Aa — on white
contrast 11.27:1
AA passAAA passAA large pass
Aa — on black
contrast 1.86:1
AA failAAA failAA large fail
Best text color on a Prune background: #ffffff
Palettes featuring Prune
Prune with its complement
Soft neighbors of Prune
Prune triad
Similar colors
- Sanguine#6C110E · ΔE 2.3
- Hellbound#710101 · ΔE 3.3
- Bloodlust#6B1C1A · ΔE 3.7
- Red Reign#800707 · ΔE 4.0
- Barolo#71000E · ΔE 4.4
- Maroon#800000 · ΔE 4.5
Looking for maximum contrast instead? The complement of Prune is closest to Rich Black.
Prune FAQs
What color is Prune?
Prune is a dark red with the hex code #701C11. In HSL terms it has a hue of 7°, 74% saturation, and 25% lightness.
What is the hex code for Prune?
The hex code for Prune is #701C11. In RGB it's rgb(112, 28, 17), and in CMYK it's cmyk(0%, 75%, 85%, 56%).
What colors go well with Prune?
Prune pairs naturally with cyan tones from its complementary harmony. Its own tints and shades always work as a monochrome scheme.
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