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#AB2E07 — Rust

#AB2E07 is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 14° 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 #AB2E07

Color schemes using #AB2E07

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

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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#AB2E07 FAQ

What color is #AB2E07?

#AB2E07 is a shade of rust in the orange family. It has a hue of 14 degrees, 92% saturation and 35% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.

What is the RGB value of #AB2E07?

#AB2E07 is rgb(171, 46, 7) in RGB, hsl(14, 92%, 35%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 73%, 96%, 33%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #AB2E07?

White text on this background reaches 6.72:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.13:1.

What colors go well with #AB2E07?

Its direct complement is #0785AB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #07AB80 and #0733AB gives you contrast without the vibration.