Cerise Color

Psychology, meaning, and application in design

#DE3163

What is Cerise Color

Woven into fashion since the 19th century, this shade captures the vivid intensity of cherry blossoms in full bloom.

Today's creatives harness it to inject confidence into cosmetics packaging, event branding, digital interfaces that demand immediate attention.

Psychological Meaning

01

Passion

Bold romantic expression

02

Confidence

Fearless self-assertion

03

Energy

Dynamic forward momentum

04

Femininity

Modern powerful grace

This hue thrives in beauty campaigns, fashion editorials, youth-oriented branding that celebrates boldness without aggression.

Support it with deep navy for sophistication. Pair with warm gold for luxury. Or use crisp white to let the color command visual hierarchy.

Retailers feature this shade in spring collections, Valentine's promotions where its cherry-inspired vibrancy suggests freshness paired with romantic appeal.

Color Combinations

DE3163
1A2B4A

With Midnight Blue

Creates dramatic contrast for luxury branding, editorial layouts.

DE3163
F5F5DC

With Beige

Softens intensity while maintaining vibrant focal points in interiors.

DE3163
D4AF37

With Gold

Delivers opulent energy for celebratory designs, premium packaging.

DE3163
2D5F3F

With Forest Green

Evokes natural vitality in botanical illustrations, organic branding.

Technical Color Parameters

HEX #DE3163
RGB 222 49 99
HSL 342° 72% 53%
CMYK 0% 77% 55% 12%
Web-safe #CC3366

Create something vibrant with Cerise Color

Highlight this shade in cosmetics branding, event invitations, app interfaces where bold femininity meets modern confidence. Its cherry-inspired intensity works beautifully across digital platforms, print materials that target youthful, energetic audiences.

Start designing

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB and CMYK values for cerise?

RGB values are 222, 49, 99. CMYK values are 0%, 78%, 55%, 13% - optimized for both screen display, professional printing.

Which hex codes represent cerise and its variants?

The hex code is #DE3163. Lighter variants include #F28BA8, while deeper tones use #B82750, #8B1D3D for richer saturation.

What is the origin and history of the name cerise?

The name derives from the French word for cherry. It was first documented as a color term in 1858 during the Victorian fashion era.

How does cerise differ from magenta and fuchsia?

It leans more toward red with warmer undertones. Magenta plus fuchsia contain stronger blue-violet components, appearing cooler, more electric.

What does cerise symbolize in color theory and design?

It represents passionate confidence, modern femininity. Designers use it to convey energy, romance, bold self-expression without appearing overly aggressive.

What color is #DE3163?

Hex code #DE3163 represents a vivid pinkish-red shade inspired by ripe cherries - balancing warmth with vibrant intensity.