analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#AF4B2C — Chestnut
#AF4B2C is a mid-tone moderately saturated orange sitting at 14° 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.
#af4b2c
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Tints and shades of #AF4B2C
- fcf5f3
- f3d6cd
- e9b7a8
- e09882
- d6795d
- cd5a37
- ab482b
- 853921
- 5f2918
- 3a190e
- 140905
Color schemes using #AF4B2C
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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#AF4B2C FAQ
What color is #AF4B2C?
#AF4B2C is a shade of chestnut in the orange family. It has a hue of 14 degrees, 60% saturation and 43% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #AF4B2C?
#AF4B2C is rgb(175, 75, 44) in RGB, hsl(14, 60%, 43%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 57%, 75%, 31%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #AF4B2C?
White text on this background reaches 5.43:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.87:1.
What colors go well with #AF4B2C?
Its direct complement is #2C91AF. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2CAF8C and #2C4FAF gives you contrast without the vibration.