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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#9B2C08 — Auburn
#9B2C08 is a dark saturated orange sitting at 15° 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 #9B2C08
- fef4f0
- fcd2c4
- fab097
- f78e6b
- f56c3e
- f34a12
- cb3b0b
- 9e2e08
- 712106
- 451404
- 180701
Color schemes using #9B2C08
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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#9B2C08 FAQ
What color is #9B2C08?
#9B2C08 is a shade of auburn in the orange family. It has a hue of 15 degrees, 90% saturation and 32% lightness, which makes it a dark saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #9B2C08?
#9B2C08 is rgb(155, 44, 8) in RGB, hsl(15, 90%, 32%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 72%, 95%, 39%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #9B2C08?
White text on this background reaches 7.62:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.76:1.
What colors go well with #9B2C08?
Its direct complement is #08769B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #089B76 and #082D9B gives you contrast without the vibration.