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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#4D3231 — Taupe
#4D3231 is a dark desaturated red sitting at 2° 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 #4D3231
- f9f6f6
- e7dad9
- d4bdbc
- c2a1a0
- b08583
- 9e6867
- 825553
- 654241
- 492f2f
- 2c1d1c
- 100a0a
Color schemes using #4D3231
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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#4D3231 FAQ
What color is #4D3231?
#4D3231 is a shade of taupe in the red family. It has a hue of 2 degrees, 22% saturation and 25% lightness, which makes it a dark muted color.
What is the RGB value of #4D3231?
#4D3231 is rgb(77, 50, 49) in RGB, hsl(2, 22%, 25%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 35%, 36%, 70%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #4D3231?
White text on this background reaches 11.56:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.82:1.
What colors go well with #4D3231?
Its direct complement is #324D4E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #324E41 and #323F4E gives you contrast without the vibration.