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Mordant Red 19 (#ae0c00) Color Meaning, Codes and Information

A complete guide to Mordant Red 19 (#ae0c00) covering color values, harmonies, shades, meaning, and practical uses across design, branding, and everyday visuals.

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Mordant Red 19 (#ae0c00) Color Information

The color Mordant Red 19 (#AE0C00) is a vivid red. Its RGB value is (174, 12, 0), HSL (4°, 100%, 34%), and CMYK (0%, 93%, 100%, 32%). Positioned between Alabama Crimson (#AF002A) and Roast Coffee (#704241), it offers a distinct transition in the chromatic sequence. When viewed beside Cobalt Blue (#0047AB), #AE0C00 displays a deeper quality due to its unique composition.

This color pairs well with Jazzberry Jam (#A50B5E), Grussrel (#B06500), and GO Green (#00AB66), producing visually striking combinations, whereas Islamic Green (#009000), True Azure (#0000B8), or Blue (Munsell) (#0093AF) often create tension with this hue, offering strong contrast. This color is suitable for branding, signage, and high-visibility designs, often utilized to create a distinct atmosphere.

Clear image showing Mordant Red 19 color swatch with hex value #AE0C00 and RGB value (174,12,0)
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Mordant Red 19 (#ae0c00) Color Meaning

Mordant Red 19 (#AE0C00) is a deep, vivid red with a slightly brown undertone, creating a rich and intense appearance. It belongs to the dark red spectrum, conveying passion, courage, and determination. Designers often use it in branding, fashion, and art where strong, commanding color is needed. Historically, Mordant Red 19 (#AE0C00) is linked to textile dyes and industrial pigments. Its durability and depth made it a popular choice for uniforms, ceremonial robes, and artistic works. The shade communicates energy, vitality, and resilience. Spiritually, Mordant Red 19 (#AE0C00) resonates with the root chakra, supporting strength, courage, and grounding. Across cultures, deep reds like Mordant Red 19 symbolize power, protection, and ceremonial importance. It frequently appears in rituals, textiles, and art to signify vitality and life force.

Color Conversion

Accurate conversions of Mordant Red 19 (#ae0c00) across RGB, Hex, CMYK, HSL, and Lab ensure consistent color fidelity across digital, print, and design applications.

HEX
#ae0c00
RGB
rgb(174, 12, 0)
HSL
hsl(4°, 100%, 34%)
CMYK
cmyk(0%, 93%, 100%, 32%)
HSV
hsv(4°, 100%, 68%)
XYZ
17.5870 9.2616 0.8607
Yxy
9.2616 0.6347 0.3342
Hunter Lab
30.4329 2.4854 0.8274
CIE-Lab
36.4832 58.6983 50.5907

RGB Values & CMYK Values

Detailed RGB and CMYK values of Mordant Red 19 (#ae0c00) displayed in a horizontal bar provide clear reference for digital and print color accuracy.

RGB Channels

Red174 / 255 (68%)
68%
Green12 / 255 (5%)
Blue0 / 255 (0%)

CMYK Ink Density

Cyan0 / 100 (0%)
Magenta93 / 100 (93%)
93%
Yellow100 / 100 (100%)
100%
Key (Black)32 / 100 (32%)
32%

Color Variations

A full range of Mordant Red 19 (#ae0c00) variations, including tints, shades, and tones, provides highlights, depth, and subtle desaturated options for UI design.

Color Harmonies

Harmonious color schemes for Mordant Red 19 (#ae0c00) created using the color wheel ensure visually balanced palettes.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the color wheel (30° apart)

Complementary

Colors opposite on the color wheel (180° apart)

Split Complementary

Three colors using one base hue and the two hues beside its opposite

Triadic

Three colors evenly spaced (120° apart)

Tetradic

Four colors forming a rectangle on the wheel

Square

Four colors evenly spaced (90° apart)

Double Split Complementary

Four colors formed from two base hues and the colors next to their opposites

Monochromatic

Variations of a single hue

Contrast Checker (WCAG)

Luminance contrast ratios for Mordant Red 19 (#ae0c00) against standard backgrounds ensure readable, accessible text following Contrast Checker and WCAG 2.1 AA/AAA standards.

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Sample Text

This is how your text will look with these colors.

Large Text (18pt+)

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Normal Text

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UI Components

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Color Blindness Simulator

Simulated views of Mordant Red 19 (#ae0c00) for different color vision deficiencies help identify potential confusion using the Color Blindness Simulator.

Normal Vision

Mordant Red 19 (#ae0c00)

protanopia

#686603

Note: These simulations are approximations. Actual color vision deficiency varies by individual.

CSS Examples

Background Color

background-color: #ae0c00;

Text Color

color: #ae0c00;

Sample Text

Border Color

border: 2px solid #ae0c00;

Box Shadow

box-shadow: 0 4px 6px #ae0c0040;

Text Shadow

text-shadow: 2px 2px 4px #ae0c00;

Sample Text

Gradient

background: linear-gradient(135deg, #ae0c00 0%, #6a0700 100%);

Seamless Patterns

High-resolution seamless patterns featuring Mordant Red 19 (#ae0c00) provide ready-to-use backgrounds, wallpapers, and print designs for any project.

Icons

A collection of popular icons in Mordant Red 19 (#ae0c00) offers ready-to-use visuals for interfaces, designs, and creative projects.

Real-World Applications

Real-world mockups of Mordant Red 19 (#ae0c00) showcase its versatility across fashion, interiors, branding, and product packaging.

Related Colors

Colors related to Mordant Red 19 (#ae0c00) in hue, saturation, and lightness provide harmonious and complementary options for cohesive color schemes.

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Mordant Red 19 (#ae0c00) Color FAQs

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