Codes & values
- Color Name
Dark Salmon - Color ID
KDF-C-15308410 - HEX
#E9967A - RGB
rgb(233, 150, 122) - RGBA
rgba(233, 150, 122, 1) - HSL
hsl(15, 72%, 70%) - HSLA
hsla(15, 72%, 70%, 1) - HSV / HSB
hsv(15, 48%, 91%) - CMYK
cmyk(0%, 36%, 48%, 9%) - Light / Dark
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Quick answers
- What is the HEX code for Dark Salmon?
- #E9967A
- What is Dark Salmon RGB?
- rgb(233, 150, 122)
- What is Dark Salmon HSL?
- hsl(15, 72%, 70%)
- What is Dark Salmon CMYK?
- cmyk(0%, 36%, 48%, 9%)
What is Dark Salmon?
Dark Salmon is a curated orange family color at #E9967A. It appears in our library with tags for web, design, ui and matches the CSS named color keyword. This mid-range shade works as a primary brand or UI accent when contrast with text is verified. Temperature lean: warm — energetic, inviting, and closer to red/orange/yellow on the wheel..
Dark Salmon HEX code
The HEX code for Dark Salmon is #E9967A. Paste it into CSS as color: #E9967A; or background-color: #E9967A;. Design tools accept the same six-digit value without the # prefix (e9967a).
Dark Salmon RGB
Dark Salmon in RGB is rgb(233, 150, 122) (channels R 233, G 150, B 122). Use RGB when you need opacity via rgba(233, 150, 122, 1).
Dark Salmon HSL & HSV
HSL is hsl(15, 72%, 70%) — useful for generating lighter/darker variants by adjusting lightness. HSV/HSB is hsv(15, 48%, 91%), closer to how many digital pickers expose hue, saturation, and brightness.
Dark Salmon CMYK
Approximate CMYK for Dark Salmon is cmyk(0%, 36%, 48%, 9%). Screen HEX/RGB values are device-dependent; for print, always soft-proof in your print profile rather than relying on a web conversion alone.
Shades of Dark Salmon
Darker shades (mixed toward black): #C27D66, #9B6451, #754B3D, #4E3229, #271914. Use deeper shades for hover states, borders, and dark-mode accents.
Tints of Dark Salmon
Lighter tints (mixed toward white): #EDA890, #F0B9A6, #F4CBBD, #F8DCD3, #FBEEE9. Tints work well for soft backgrounds, chips, and secondary buttons.
Colors that go with Dark Salmon
Complementary pairing: #E9967A, #7ACDE9. Analogous neighbors: #E97A95, #E9967A, #E9CE7A. Triadic accents: #E9967A, #7AE996, #967AE9. Always check text contrast when pairing.
Dark Salmon color combinations
A practical combo: primary #E9967A, complementary accent #7ACDE9, and a neutral charcoal or off-white for text and surfaces. Split-complementary options: #E9967A, #7AE9CD, #7A96E9.
Dark Salmon in web design
Orange is a strong CTA and promo accent. It reads energetic on light backgrounds and pairs well with deep navy or charcoal for e-commerce and food brands.
Dark Salmon in branding
Brand oranges feel approachable and action-oriented — common in marketplaces and youth-facing apps. Contrast vs white is 2.31:1 (better as a large accent or background than small body text); vs black 9.11:1.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the HEX code for Dark Salmon?
- Dark Salmon: #E9967A.
- What is Dark Salmon RGB?
- Dark Salmon: rgb(233, 150, 122).
- What is Dark Salmon HSL?
- Dark Salmon: hsl(15, 72%, 70%).
- What is Dark Salmon CMYK?
- Dark Salmon: cmyk(0%, 36%, 48%, 9%).
- What colors go with Dark Salmon?
- Try complementary #E9967A, #7ACDE9 or analogous #E97A95, #E9967A, #E9CE7A.
- Is Dark Salmon good for text on white?
- Not ideal for small body text (2.31:1). Use as a large heading, button, or background instead.
Accessibility snapshot
Contrast vs white: 2.31:1 (prefer large accent or background). Contrast vs black: 9.11:1. Complementary swatch: #E9967A, #7ACDE9.
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