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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#864849 — Chestnut
#864849 is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 359° 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 #864849
- faf5f5
- e9d7d7
- d9b8b9
- c89a9a
- b87b7c
- a85d5e
- 8b4b4c
- 6c3a3b
- 4e2a2a
- 2f191a
- 110909
Color schemes using #864849
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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#864849 FAQ
What color is #864849?
#864849 is a shade of chestnut in the red family. It has a hue of 359 degrees, 30% saturation and 40% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #864849?
#864849 is rgb(134, 72, 73) in RGB, hsl(359, 30%, 40%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 46%, 46%, 47%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #864849?
White text on this background reaches 6.92:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.04:1.
What colors go well with #864849?
Its direct complement is #478584. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #478565 and #476785 gives you contrast without the vibration.