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Carnival Red

Carnival Red

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HEX#E60026
RGB230, 0, 38
CMYK0 100 83 10
HSL350° 100% 45%
Color FamilyRed
BrazilRedTextileCeremonyPainting
Cultural Story

Carnival Red

Every February Rio's Sambódromo becomes a torrent of color, and Carnival Red is among the most arresting hues. Samba schools build massive floats with sequins and feathers; red signifies passion, blood, and vitality.

Origin

From the fiery red costumes and float decorations of Rio's Carnival samba parades.

Symbolism

Carnival Red symbolizes passion, vitality, and the spirit of celebration.

Historical Origin

Rio Carnival traces back to 18th-century Portuguese festivities and grew into the world's largest street celebration in the 20th century.

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鼓点与红羽齐飞,狂欢不眠之夜。
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