analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#4D2C15 — Taupe
#4D2C15 is a dark moderately saturated orange sitting at 25° on the color wheel. Below you will find every format, a full tint and shade ramp, contrast ratings, and five harmony schemes built around it.
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Tints and shades of #4D2C15
- fcf7f3
- f2ddce
- e8c3a9
- ddaa84
- d39060
- c9763b
- a7602e
- 834b24
- 5e361a
- 392110
- 140c05
Color schemes using #4D2C15
complementary
Two opposite hues that create the strongest possible contrast and visual tension.
split complementary
A base hue paired with the two neighbours of its complement — bold but easier to balance.
triadic
Three hues spaced evenly around the wheel for a vibrant, well-balanced scheme.
tetradic
Two complementary pairs, giving you the widest range of usable accents.
monochromatic
A single hue explored across lightness and saturation for a refined, minimal look.
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#4D2C15 FAQ
What color is #4D2C15?
#4D2C15 is a shade of taupe in the orange family. It has a hue of 25 degrees, 57% saturation and 19% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #4D2C15?
#4D2C15 is rgb(77, 44, 21) in RGB, hsl(25, 57%, 19%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 43%, 73%, 70%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #4D2C15?
White text on this background reaches 12.45:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.69:1.
What colors go well with #4D2C15?
Its direct complement is #15354C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #154C47 and #15194C gives you contrast without the vibration.