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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#9A2718 — Auburn
#9A2718 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 7° 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 #9A2718
- fdf3f2
- f7cec9
- f0aaa1
- ea8578
- e4614f
- dd3c27
- b82f1d
- 902516
- 671a10
- 3f100a
- 160603
Color schemes using #9A2718
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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#9A2718 FAQ
What color is #9A2718?
#9A2718 is a shade of auburn in the red family. It has a hue of 7 degrees, 73% saturation and 35% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #9A2718?
#9A2718 is rgb(154, 39, 24) in RGB, hsl(7, 73%, 35%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 75%, 84%, 40%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #9A2718?
White text on this background reaches 7.84:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.68:1.
What colors go well with #9A2718?
Its direct complement is #188B9A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #189A68 and #184A9A gives you contrast without the vibration.