Xmas Candy

I like Xmas Candy for the exact moment a red stops feeling wine-dark and starts reading like a fresh, candied orange-red. It sits lighter than Succubus, so it doesn't get heavy or velvet-y on dark UIs. Compared to Sacred Scarlet, it has more syrupy richness and slightly less "clean fire," so it feels festive without turning flat. And unlike Shades of Ruby, it leans deeper toward burnt orange warmth, not ruby clarity.

In practice, I use it for holiday commerce banners and promo tiles where you want punch but not that harsh warning vibe. It's also my pick for subscription and media CTAs in brand systems that need to stand out against creams and warm grays. Where Succubus can feel too thick and Sacred Scarlet too dry, Xmas Candy lands as the one you reach for when the action needs energy with a softer edge.

Quick pairing note: next to charcoal it holds its orange undertone better than you'd expect. On very pale oranges, dial back the saturation elsewhere so it doesn't blur.