analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#9F1312 — Ruby
#9F1312 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 0° 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.
#9f1312
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Tints and shades of #9F1312
- fdf1f1
- f9c7c7
- f49d9d
- ef7373
- eb4848
- e61e1e
- c01515
- 961111
- 6b0c0c
- 410707
- 170303
Color schemes using #9F1312
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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#9F1312 FAQ
What color is #9F1312?
#9F1312 is a shade of ruby in the red family. It has a hue of 0 degrees, 80% saturation and 35% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #9F1312?
#9F1312 is rgb(159, 19, 18) in RGB, hsl(0, 80%, 35%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 88%, 89%, 38%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #9F1312?
White text on this background reaches 8.15:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 2.58:1.
What colors go well with #9F1312?
Its direct complement is #12A1A1. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #12A159 and #1259A1 gives you contrast without the vibration.