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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#9A2D41 — Auburn
#9A2D41 is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 349° 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 #9A2D41
- fcf3f5
- f1cfd5
- e6aab5
- dc8696
- d16276
- c73d57
- a53045
- 812536
- 5c1b27
- 381018
- 140608
Color schemes using #9A2D41
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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#9A2D41 FAQ
What color is #9A2D41?
#9A2D41 is a shade of auburn in the red family. It has a hue of 349 degrees, 55% saturation and 39% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #9A2D41?
#9A2D41 is rgb(154, 45, 65) in RGB, hsl(349, 55%, 39%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 71%, 58%, 40%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #9A2D41?
White text on this background reaches 7.43:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.83:1.
What colors go well with #9A2D41?
Its direct complement is #2D9A86. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2D9A4F and #2D789A gives you contrast without the vibration.