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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#AC2B47 — Auburn
#AC2B47 is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 347° 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 #AC2B47
- fcf3f5
- f3cdd5
- e9a8b6
- e08296
- d65d77
- cd3758
- ab2b46
- 852137
- 5f1827
- 3a0e18
- 140508
Color schemes using #AC2B47
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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#AC2B47 FAQ
What color is #AC2B47?
#AC2B47 is a shade of auburn in the red family. It has a hue of 347 degrees, 60% saturation and 42% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #AC2B47?
#AC2B47 is rgb(172, 43, 71) in RGB, hsl(347, 60%, 42%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 75%, 59%, 33%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #AC2B47?
White text on this background reaches 6.58:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.19:1.
What colors go well with #AC2B47?
Its direct complement is #2BAB90. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2BAB4F and #2B87AB gives you contrast without the vibration.