analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#AF1D72 — Cardinal
#AF1D72 is a mid-tone saturated pink sitting at 325° 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 #AF1D72
- fdf2f8
- f6c9e4
- f0a1cf
- e979ba
- e350a6
- dc2891
- b71e77
- 8f175d
- 671143
- 3e0a29
- 16040e
Color schemes using #AF1D72
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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#AF1D72 FAQ
What color is #AF1D72?
#AF1D72 is a shade of cardinal in the pink family. It has a hue of 325 degrees, 72% saturation and 40% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #AF1D72?
#AF1D72 is rgb(175, 29, 114) in RGB, hsl(325, 72%, 40%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 83%, 35%, 31%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #AF1D72?
White text on this background reaches 6.48:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.24:1.
What colors go well with #AF1D72?
Its direct complement is #1DAF5A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #29AF1D and #1DAFA3 gives you contrast without the vibration.