Kirsch

#b2132b

Cherry-orange depth, warmer than scarlets, alert-ready accent

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About Kirsch

I keep noticing Kirsch on product photography when everyone else's red looks either too cozy or too blue-cold. This one lands darker than by , but it doesn't tip into the cool punch of . It feels deep and wine-leaning, with a tight, saturated core and an undertone that reads red first, not orange.

Use Kirsch for retail and e-comm moments where you want a signature red that still feels grounded. It works on luxury product cards, limited-edition badges, and seasonal campaign headers that need presence without looking theatrical. I also like it for checkout and loyalty UI on dark or neutral surfaces, where it holds its tone instead of going bricky or formal.

Quick quirk: Kirsch can shift toward maroon on very warm creams. If you want it to stay unmistakably red, pair it with charcoal, near-black, or deep navy instead of peachy backgrounds.

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WCAG 2.1 contrast ratios. AA requires 4.5:1 for normal text, 3:1 for large. AAA requires 7:1 / 4.5:1.

On White #ffffff

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6.95:1AAAAA Large

On Gray 100 #f5f5f5

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6.38:1AAAAA Large

On Gray 900 #18181b

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2.55:1Fail

On Black #000000

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3.02:1FailAA Large

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