analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#AB2B31 — Auburn
#AB2B31 is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 357° 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.
#ab2b31
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Tints and shades of #AB2B31
- fcf3f3
- f3cdcf
- e9a8ab
- e08287
- d65d63
- cd373f
- ab2b31
- 852126
- 5f181b
- 3a0e11
- 140506
Color schemes using #AB2B31
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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#AB2B31 FAQ
What color is #AB2B31?
#AB2B31 is a shade of auburn in the red family. It has a hue of 357 degrees, 60% saturation and 42% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #AB2B31?
#AB2B31 is rgb(171, 43, 49) in RGB, hsl(357, 60%, 42%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 75%, 71%, 33%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #AB2B31?
White text on this background reaches 6.73:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.12:1.
What colors go well with #AB2B31?
Its direct complement is #2BABA5. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2BAB65 and #2B72AB gives you contrast without the vibration.