analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#AB2B5C — Brick Red
#AB2B5C is a mid-tone moderately saturated pink sitting at 337° 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.
#ab2b5c
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Tints and shades of #AB2B5C
- fcf3f6
- f3cddc
- e9a8c1
- e082a6
- d65d8b
- cd3771
- ab2b5c
- 852147
- 5f1833
- 3a0e1f
- 14050b
Color schemes using #AB2B5C
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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#AB2B5C FAQ
What color is #AB2B5C?
#AB2B5C is a shade of brick red in the pink family. It has a hue of 337 degrees, 60% saturation and 42% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #AB2B5C?
#AB2B5C is rgb(171, 43, 92) in RGB, hsl(337, 60%, 42%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 75%, 46%, 33%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #AB2B5C?
White text on this background reaches 6.5:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.23:1.
What colors go well with #AB2B5C?
Its direct complement is #2BAB7A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2BAB3A and #2B9CAB gives you contrast without the vibration.