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Want to find the perfect complementary or analogous colors to match Persimmon?
Persimmon is a cheerful, vibrant hue resembling sweet persimmons, falling between orange and red on the color wheel. It exudes warmth with shades like tangerine and yellow-orange. Use persimmon in designs for a fresh pop of color, bringing energy and playfulness to any project.
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Persimmon is defined by the following color codes and values to ensure consistency across various digital platforms and devices.
- Hex Code: #EC5800
- RGB value: 92.5% red, 34.5% green, 0.0% blue
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For variations within the same spectrum as persimmon, consider:
- Terracotta (#E35336): Terracotta offers a warm tone with a balanced mix of red and orange, capturing the earthy undertone often seen in sweet persimmons.
- Burnt Sienna (#ED7B58): Burnt Sienna presents a rich, warm tone with its subtle orange hue, echoing the natural warmth found in persimmmon colors.
- Coral (#FF8559): Coral leans towards an orange hue with its vibrant and lively appearance, similar to the tangerine shade of some persimmons.
- Red-Orange (#FF4B33): Red-Orange presents a striking mix of red and orange, resembling the vivid, bold tones found in persimmons.
To complement Persimmon, consider pairing it with:
- Sky Blue (#82c8e5): The cool, calming shade of sky blue balances Persimmon's warm tone beautifully, creating a vibrant tint that's pleasing to the eye.
- Mint Green (#adebb3): This refreshing color adds a gentle contrast to the orange hue of Persimmon, invoking a sense of tranquility while highlighting its warmth.
- Navy Blue (#000080): The depth and richness of navy blue provide a striking contrast to Persimmon's vibrant tint, making each color stand out.
- Cream (#fdfbd4): Offering a soft, neutral backdrop, cream enhances Persimmon's dynamic presence without overpowering it—ideal for a warm and inviting palette.
- Mustard Yellow (#ffce1b): This bold shade introduces a cheerful lift and pairs well with Persimmon, echoing autumn shades and adding a touch of brightness.
While persimmon is a vibrant tint full of warmth and character, it may clash with:
- Dark Red (#950606): This color competes with persimmon due to its deep, overpowering nature, which can overwhelm the warmth of persimmon.
- Neon Green (#2CFF05): The intense brightness of neon green creates a jarring contrast with persimmon's warm tone, resulting in a visually discordant pairing.
- Magenta (#FD3DB5): This shade may clash with persimmon as both are bold, leading to a palette that feels overwhelming and lacks harmony.
- Navy Blue (#000080): The depth and coolness of navy blue can starkly contrast with persimmon, making the combination visually unsettling.
- Cyan (#00FFFF): This hue introduces too much contrast with persimmon's orange hue, creating a harsh visual effect that detracts from its warm tone.
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The hexadecimal color #EC5800, known as Persimmon, has RGB values of R:236, G:88, B:0 and CMYK values of C:0, M:63, Y:100, K:7.
| VALUE | CSS | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #EC5800 | #EC5800 |
| RGB DECIMAL | 236, 88, 0 | RGB(236,88,0) |
| RGB PERCENTAGE | 92.5, 34.5, 0.0 | RGB(92.5%,34.5%,0.0%) |
| CMYK | 0, 63, 100, 7 | |
| HSL | HSL(22.4, 100.0%, 46.3%) | HSL(22.4, 100.0%, 46.3%) |
| HSV (OR HSB) | 22.4°, 100.0, 92.5 | |
| WEB SAFE | #2551020 | #2551020 |
| BINARY | 11101100, 01011000, 00000000 | |
| iOS - SwiftUI | Color(red: 0.925, green: 0.345, blue: 0.000) | |
| iOS - UIKit | UIColor(red: 0.925, green: 0.345, blue: 0.000, alpha: 1) | |
| Android - Compose | Color(0xFFEC5800) |
