analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#B02F1C — Auburn
#B02F1C is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 8° 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 #B02F1C
- fdf3f2
- f7cfc9
- f0aba1
- ea8778
- e4634f
- dd3f27
- b8321d
- 902716
- 671c10
- 3f110a
- 160603
Color schemes using #B02F1C
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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#B02F1C FAQ
What color is #B02F1C?
#B02F1C is a shade of auburn in the red family. It has a hue of 8 degrees, 73% saturation and 40% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #B02F1C?
#B02F1C is rgb(176, 47, 28) in RGB, hsl(8, 73%, 40%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 73%, 84%, 31%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #B02F1C?
White text on this background reaches 6.42:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.27:1.
What colors go well with #B02F1C?
Its direct complement is #1C9DB0. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1CB07A and #1C52B0 gives you contrast without the vibration.