REDS
Shy Cherry
#AE4138
Shy Cherry pulls into the classic end of the reds spectrum — HSL 5°, 51%, 45%. The color's balanced saturation keeps it present without overwhelming and reads warm — closer to sunlight than shadow. In interior projects it shines on wall colors, upholstery, trim, decor accents, particularly within kitchens, hallways, powder rooms. Reads best alongside cream, warm beige, dark walnut, antique brass, black accents.
Color Codes
Paint Matches
Benjamin Moore
Shy Cherry 2007-20
Color Theory
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
Tetradic
Variations
Lighter
Darker
Saturation
Interior Use
Best Rooms
kitchens, hallways, powder rooms
Best Uses
wall colors, upholstery, trim, decor accents
Pairs With
cream, warm beige, dark walnut, antique brass, black accents
Accessibility (WCAG)
Deuteranopia
Protanopia
Tritanopia
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BUILD PALETTE WITH THIS COLOR →Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #AE4138?
#AE4138 is Shy Cherry, a mid red with a warm undertone.
Is #AE4138 warm or cool?
Shy Cherry reads warm, which influences how it interacts with surrounding tones and natural light.
What rooms work best with Shy Cherry?
Shy Cherry works well in kitchens, hallways, powder rooms. Designers typically use it for wall colors, upholstery, trim, decor accents.
What colors pair well with Shy Cherry?
Shy Cherry pairs naturally with cream, warm beige, dark walnut, antique brass, black accents. Its complementary color is also a strong contrast option for accents.
Where can I download Shy Cherry?
You can download Shy Cherry on dsgn.house in 15 designer formats including CSS gradient, Figma, Procreate swatches, Tailwind config, Adobe ASE, SVG, and 4K wallpapers — all free.
What's the RGB value of #AE4138?
#AE4138 converts to RGB 174, 65, 56.