analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#B01C21 — Auburn
#B01C21 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 358° 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.
#b01c21
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Tints and shades of #B01C21
- fdf2f2
- f7c9cb
- f0a1a3
- ea787c
- e44f54
- dd272d
- b81d22
- 90161a
- 671013
- 3f0a0c
- 160304
Color schemes using #B01C21
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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#B01C21 FAQ
What color is #B01C21?
#B01C21 is a shade of auburn in the red family. It has a hue of 358 degrees, 73% saturation and 40% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #B01C21?
#B01C21 is rgb(176, 28, 33) in RGB, hsl(358, 73%, 40%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 84%, 81%, 31%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #B01C21?
White text on this background reaches 6.92:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.03:1.
What colors go well with #B01C21?
Its direct complement is #1CB0AB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1CB061 and #1C6BB0 gives you contrast without the vibration.