Crimson and SteelBlue

CSS Variables

:root {
  --color-a: #8C000F;
  --color-b: #4682B4;
  --color-a-rgb: 140, 0, 15;
  --color-b-rgb: 70, 130, 180;
}

JSON

{
  "name": "Crimson and SteelBlue",
  "colors": [
    {
      "name": "Crimson",
      "hex": "#8C000F",
      "rgb": [
        140,
        0,
        15
      ]
    },
    {
      "name": "SteelBlue",
      "hex": "#4682B4",
      "rgb": [
        70,
        130,
        180
      ]
    }
  ],
  "harmony": "Split-Complementary",
  "contrastRatio": 2.41
}

Do crimson and steelblue go together?

Yes. Crimson and SteelBlue form a split-complementary color combination. This is a split-complementary pairing: one color paired with the two neighbors of its complement. It offers most of the contrast of a complementary scheme with less tension, making it easier to balance. The pairing has a WCAG contrast ratio of 2.41:1, which is below the AA threshold for text — use it for decorative purposes rather than text readability.

What is the contrast ratio between crimson and steelblue?

The WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio between Crimson (#8C000F) and SteelBlue (#4682B4) is 2.41:1. This ratio is below AA. Use the pairing for backgrounds, borders, and decorative elements rather than text-on-background combinations.

How do I use crimson and steelblue in design?

A safe starting point is the 60/30/10 rule: give one color about 60 percent of the surface area, the other about 30 percent, and reserve the remaining 10 percent for an accent or neutral. If one color is significantly darker, use it for text or structural elements and the lighter one for backgrounds. Test the result with our Contrast Checker if text is involved.

What are the hex and RGB values for crimson and steelblue?

Crimson has the hex code #8C000F and RGB values rgb(140, 0, 15). SteelBlue has the hex code #4682B4 and RGB values rgb(70, 130, 180). You can copy these directly into CSS or use the design tokens provided on this page.