ESPN
A bold ESPN Red (#D4001A) with a Dark Red (#CC0000) plays against Black and White. Energetic reds paired with black convey action and intensity, matching a sports-media tone.
ESPN uses 4 official brand colors.
Brand Color Palette
Brand Keywords & Themes
Associated design themes and color characteristics
Using This Palette
Tips for incorporating ESPN's colors into your designs
Design Applications
- Web design and user interfaces
- Marketing materials and presentations
- Brand identity and logo design inspiration
- Social media graphics and content
Note: While these are ESPN's brand colors, they are trademarked. Use them for inspiration and learning, but avoid direct copying for commercial purposes that could cause brand confusion.
ESPN Colors for Developers
Copy ESPN's 4 brand colors straight into your codebase
CSS Variables
:root {
--espn-red: #D4001A;
--black: #000000;
--white: #FFFFFF;
--dark-red: #CC0000;
}SCSS
$espn-red: #D4001A;
$black: #000000;
$white: #FFFFFF;
$dark-red: #CC0000;Tailwind v4
@theme {
--color-espn-red: #D4001A;
--color-black: #000000;
--color-white: #FFFFFF;
--color-dark-red: #CC0000;
}Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about ESPN's brand colors
How many official brand colors does ESPN use?
The official ESPN brand palette uses 4 colors: ESPN Red (#D4001A), Black (#000000), White (#FFFFFF), Dark Red (#CC0000).
What is the primary brand color of ESPN?
The primary brand color for ESPN is ESPN Red, hex code #D4001A. RGB and HSL conversions are available on this page.
What are the ESPN brand color names?
The 4 brand colors used by ESPN are ESPN Red (#D4001A), Black (#000000), White (#FFFFFF), Dark Red (#CC0000). These are the official names from the ESPN brand guidelines and design materials.
Can I use the ESPN brand colors in my own designs?
The ESPN colors are trademarked. You can reference the hex codes for inspiration, education, or non-commercial fan projects, but avoid commercial use that implies affiliation or endorsement.
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