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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#B08972 — Dusty Rose
#B08972 is a mid-tone moderately saturated orange sitting at 22° 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 #B08972
- f9f7f5
- e9ded7
- d8c4b9
- c7ab9b
- b6927d
- a5795f
- 88634d
- 6a4d3c
- 4c372b
- 2e221a
- 100c09
Color schemes using #B08972
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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#B08972 FAQ
What color is #B08972?
#B08972 is a shade of dusty rose in the orange family. It has a hue of 22 degrees, 28% saturation and 57% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #B08972?
#B08972 is rgb(176, 137, 114) in RGB, hsl(22, 28%, 57%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 22%, 35%, 31%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #B08972?
White text on this background reaches 3.15:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 6.67:1.
What colors go well with #B08972?
Its direct complement is #739AB0. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #73B0A8 and #737BB0 gives you contrast without the vibration.