analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#AE4C4C — Brick Red
#AE4C4C is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 0° 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 #AE4C4C
- faf4f4
- ecd4d4
- deb3b3
- cf9393
- c17272
- b35151
- 944141
- 743333
- 532424
- 321616
- 120808
Color schemes using #AE4C4C
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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#AE4C4C FAQ
What color is #AE4C4C?
#AE4C4C is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 0 degrees, 39% saturation and 49% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #AE4C4C?
#AE4C4C is rgb(174, 76, 76) in RGB, hsl(0, 39%, 49%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 56%, 56%, 32%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #AE4C4C?
White text on this background reaches 5.33:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.94:1.
What colors go well with #AE4C4C?
Its direct complement is #4CAEAE. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #4CAE7D and #4C7DAE gives you contrast without the vibration.