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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#7C2A1D — Walnut
#7C2A1D is a dark saturated red sitting at 8° 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 #7C2A1D
- fcf4f3
- f3d2cd
- eab0a7
- e18d81
- d86b5b
- d04935
- ad3a29
- 872d20
- 612117
- 3b140e
- 150705
Color schemes using #7C2A1D
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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#7C2A1D FAQ
What color is #7C2A1D?
#7C2A1D is a shade of walnut in the red family. It has a hue of 8 degrees, 62% saturation and 30% lightness, which makes it a dark saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #7C2A1D?
#7C2A1D is rgb(124, 42, 29) in RGB, hsl(8, 62%, 30%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 66%, 77%, 51%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #7C2A1D?
White text on this background reaches 9.52:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.21:1.
What colors go well with #7C2A1D?
Its direct complement is #1D6F7C. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1D7C59 and #1D407C gives you contrast without the vibration.