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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#B03730 — Auburn
#B03730 is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 3° 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 #B03730
- fcf3f3
- f2d0ce
- e8aca9
- dd8984
- d36560
- c9423b
- a7342e
- 832824
- 5e1d1a
- 391210
- 140605
Color schemes using #B03730
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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#B03730 FAQ
What color is #B03730?
#B03730 is a shade of auburn in the red family. It has a hue of 3 degrees, 57% saturation and 44% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #B03730?
#B03730 is rgb(176, 55, 48) in RGB, hsl(3, 57%, 44%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 69%, 73%, 31%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #B03730?
White text on this background reaches 6.11:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.44:1.
What colors go well with #B03730?
Its direct complement is #30AAB0. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #30B077 and #306AB0 gives you contrast without the vibration.