Crimson and Tomato

CSS Variables

:root {
  --color-a: #8C000F;
  --color-b: #EF4026;
  --color-a-rgb: 140, 0, 15;
  --color-b-rgb: 239, 64, 38;
}

JSON

{
  "name": "Crimson and Tomato",
  "colors": [
    {
      "name": "Crimson",
      "hex": "#8C000F",
      "rgb": [
        140,
        0,
        15
      ]
    },
    {
      "name": "Tomato",
      "hex": "#EF4026",
      "rgb": [
        239,
        64,
        38
      ]
    }
  ],
  "harmony": "Analogous",
  "contrastRatio": 2.56
}

Do crimson and tomato go together?

Yes. Crimson and Tomato form a analogous color combination. These colors sit beside each other on the wheel, so the pairing feels calm and cohesive. Analogous schemes are easy on the eye and work well for gradients, backgrounds, and designs that want to feel settled rather than energetic. The pairing has a WCAG contrast ratio of 2.56:1, 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 tomato?

The WCAG 2.1 contrast ratio between Crimson (#8C000F) and Tomato (#EF4026) is 2.56:1. 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 tomato 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. Because analogous colors blend naturally, you can use them in more equal proportions without visual conflict. Test the result with our Contrast Checker if text is involved.

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

Crimson has the hex code #8C000F and RGB values rgb(140, 0, 15). Tomato has the hex code #EF4026 and RGB values rgb(239, 64, 38). You can copy these directly into CSS or use the design tokens provided on this page.