The Basalt off Sullen Wearing

#140c02 RGB(20,12,2)

About this color

The Basalt off Sullen Wearing occupies the deep, intense end of the orange spectrum, defined by its coordinates #140c02 — RGB(20, 12, 2).

#140c02RGB(20, 12, 2)

HSL 33° · 82% saturation · 4% lightness

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Psychology

Dark oranges recall autumn leaves, aged wood, and the glow of embers — earthy, grounded, hospitable.

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History

In Hindu and Buddhist traditions, saffron orange carries deep spiritual significance — the colour of renunciation and wisdom worn by monks across South and Southeast Asia.

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Design use

Practically speaking, this deep orange is most at home as a primary background in dark themes, a strong border or divider, or a headline colour against a light surface. Combine with lighter tints of the same hue for a cohesive palette.

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Colour pairings

When it comes to colour harmony, pair this orange with deep teal for bold contrast, or with warm sand and burnt umber for a palette that feels natural and grounded.

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Color formats

Name
The Basalt off Sullen Wearing
HEX
#140c02
RGB
rgb(20,12,2)
RGB%
rgb(7.8%,4.7%,0.8%)
HSL
hsl(33,82%,4%)
HSV
hsv(33,90%,8%)
CMYK
cmyk(0,40,90,92)
LAB
lab(4,1,5)
LCH
lch(4,5,79)
sRGB
(0.078,0.047,0.008)
HEX8
#140c02ff
CSS Name
Decimal
020012002

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Color info

Lightness
4%
Saturation
82%
Hue
33°
Chroma
5
Temperature
WarmCool
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