analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#B01C52 — Cardinal
#B01C52 is a mid-tone saturated pink sitting at 338° 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 #B01C52
- fdf2f6
- f7c9da
- f0a1be
- ea78a2
- e44f86
- dd276a
- b81d56
- 901643
- 671030
- 3f0a1d
- 16030a
Color schemes using #B01C52
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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#B01C52 FAQ
What color is #B01C52?
#B01C52 is a shade of cardinal in the pink family. It has a hue of 338 degrees, 73% saturation and 40% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #B01C52?
#B01C52 is rgb(176, 28, 82) in RGB, hsl(338, 73%, 40%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 84%, 53%, 31%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #B01C52?
White text on this background reaches 6.7:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.13:1.
What colors go well with #B01C52?
Its direct complement is #1CB07A. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1CB02F and #1C9DB0 gives you contrast without the vibration.