Scarlet
Scarlet is a bright, vibrant red with orange undertones that creates spaces with energy, passion, and bold character. This dynamic hue brings warmth and excitement to interiors, making a confident statement while maintaining a classic appeal that works across various design styles.
Color Values
HEX: #FF2400
Best Used In
- •Dining rooms for a stimulating, convivial atmosphere
- •Living room accent walls for a bold focal point
- •Creative spaces that benefit from energy and passion
- •Entryways for a dramatic first impression
Color Pairings
Crisp White
Creates a clean, high-contrast combination that enhances scarlet's vibrancy
Charcoal Gray
Grounds scarlet's intensity while maintaining its impact
Navy Blue
Offers sophisticated contrast for a classic, bold palette
Room Examples
Energetic Dining Room
Scarlet walls create a stimulating backdrop for lively conversation and entertaining
Bold Accent Wall
A scarlet feature wall brings focus and energy to living spaces
Design Tips
- •Use in spaces where you want to create energy and stimulate conversation
- •Consider as an accent rather than painting all walls in smaller spaces
- •Balance with plenty of neutral space to prevent visual overwhelm
- •Add black or dark elements for definition and to enhance scarlet's sophistication
Common Mistakes
- •Using in bedrooms or relaxation spaces where the energy might be too stimulating
- •Applying to all walls in a room, which can be overwhelming
- •Not balancing with enough neutral elements to give the eye visual rest
- •Pairing with competing bold colors without enough neutral separation