analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#AF2C3A — Auburn
#AF2C3A is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 354° 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.
#af2c3a
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Tints and shades of #AF2C3A
- fcf3f4
- f3cdd1
- e9a8ae
- e0828c
- d65d69
- cd3746
- ab2b37
- 85212b
- 5f181f
- 3a0e13
- 140507
Color schemes using #AF2C3A
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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#AF2C3A FAQ
What color is #AF2C3A?
#AF2C3A is a shade of auburn in the red family. It has a hue of 354 degrees, 60% saturation and 43% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #AF2C3A?
#AF2C3A is rgb(175, 44, 58) in RGB, hsl(354, 60%, 43%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 75%, 67%, 31%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #AF2C3A?
White text on this background reaches 6.47:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.24:1.
What colors go well with #AF2C3A?
Its direct complement is #2CAFA2. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2CAF60 and #2C7BAF gives you contrast without the vibration.