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#8E3325 — Auburn
#8E3325 is a mid-tone moderately 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 #8E3325
- fcf4f3
- f2d2ce
- e9b1a8
- df8f83
- d56e5e
- cc4c38
- a93c2c
- 842f22
- 5f2218
- 3a150f
- 140705
Color schemes using #8E3325
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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#8E3325 FAQ
What color is #8E3325?
#8E3325 is a shade of auburn in the red family. It has a hue of 8 degrees, 59% saturation and 35% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #8E3325?
#8E3325 is rgb(142, 51, 37) in RGB, hsl(8, 59%, 35%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 64%, 74%, 44%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #8E3325?
White text on this background reaches 7.92:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.65:1.
What colors go well with #8E3325?
Its direct complement is #25808E. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #258E67 and #254B8E gives you contrast without the vibration.