analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#5A2011 — Sepia
#5A2011 is a dark saturated orange sitting at 12° 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.
#5a2011
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Tints and shades of #5A2011
- fdf4f2
- f5d3cb
- eeb2a3
- e6917c
- df7054
- d74f2d
- b33f22
- 8c311b
- 642313
- 3d150c
- 150804
Color schemes using #5A2011
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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#5A2011 FAQ
What color is #5A2011?
#5A2011 is a shade of sepia in the orange family. It has a hue of 12 degrees, 68% saturation and 21% lightness, which makes it a dark saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #5A2011?
#5A2011 is rgb(90, 32, 17) in RGB, hsl(12, 68%, 21%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 64%, 81%, 65%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #5A2011?
White text on this background reaches 12.73:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 1.65:1.
What colors go well with #5A2011?
Its direct complement is #114B5A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #115A44 and #11275A gives you contrast without the vibration.