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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#9D3920 — Auburn
#9D3920 is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 12° 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 #9D3920
- fcf4f2
- f4d4cb
- ecb3a4
- e4927d
- dc7157
- d55130
- b14024
- 8a321c
- 632414
- 3c160c
- 150804
Color schemes using #9D3920
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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#9D3920 FAQ
What color is #9D3920?
#9D3920 is a shade of auburn in the orange family. It has a hue of 12 degrees, 66% saturation and 37% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #9D3920?
#9D3920 is rgb(157, 57, 32) in RGB, hsl(12, 66%, 37%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 64%, 80%, 38%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #9D3920?
White text on this background reaches 6.91:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.04:1.
What colors go well with #9D3920?
Its direct complement is #20849D. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #209D77 and #20459D gives you contrast without the vibration.