A complete guide to the color Dark Red

Dark Red is a dark warm red tone (#8B0000) suited to furniture catalogs, interior styling, and lifestyle photography. Explore conversions, similar swatches, and palette combinations below.

Dark Red
#8B0000

What color is dark red?

Dark Red is defined by hex #8B0000, RGB (139, 0, 0), and HSL (0°, 100% saturation, 27% lightness). Designers use these values to match fabrics, finishes, and digital renders across studio shoots and e-commerce assets.

Similar colors

Harmonious pairings

Dark Red

#8B0000

Juniper

#5B7C7D

Dark Red

#8B0000

Agave

#627E7A

Dark Red

#8B0000

Winter

#E5EBEA

Dark Red

#8B0000

Anthracite

#293133

Clashing hues

Dark Red

#8B0000

Aquarius

#5D9B9B

Dark Red

#8B0000

Teal

#008080

Dark Red

#8B0000

Dark Cyan

#008B8B

Dark Red

#8B0000

Cyan

#00FFFF

Color variations

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Color conversions

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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about hex codes, pairings, and catalog use.

What is the hex code for Dark Red?
The hex code for Dark Red is #8B0000.
What are the RGB values for Dark Red?
Dark Red in RGB is 139, 0, 0.
What colors go well with Dark Red?
Harmonious pairings for Dark Red include Juniper, Agave, Winter, Anthracite. Use these accents for upholstery, decor, and catalog styling.
How is Dark Red used in furniture and product photography?
Dark Red works well for backgrounds, accent props, and brand-consistent catalog shots. Match swatches to real materials and use similar colors for cohesive lifestyle scenes.