analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#AB6973 — Caramel
#AB6973 is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 351° 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 #AB6973
- f9f5f6
- e9d7da
- d8b9be
- c79ba2
- b67d86
- a55f6a
- 884d56
- 6a3c43
- 4c2b30
- 2e1a1d
- 10090a
Color schemes using #AB6973
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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#AB6973 FAQ
What color is #AB6973?
#AB6973 is a shade of caramel in the red family. It has a hue of 351 degrees, 28% saturation and 54% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #AB6973?
#AB6973 is rgb(171, 105, 115) in RGB, hsl(351, 28%, 54%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 39%, 33%, 33%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #AB6973?
White text on this background reaches 4.2:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5:1.
What colors go well with #AB6973?
Its direct complement is #69ABA1. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #69AB80 and #6994AB gives you contrast without the vibration.