analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#B16D5D — Caramel
#B16D5D is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 11° 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 #B16D5D
- faf6f5
- ebd9d5
- dcbcb5
- cca096
- bd8376
- ae6656
- 905345
- 704136
- 512e27
- 311c18
- 110a08
Color schemes using #B16D5D
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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#B16D5D FAQ
What color is #B16D5D?
#B16D5D is a shade of caramel in the red family. It has a hue of 11 degrees, 35% saturation and 53% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #B16D5D?
#B16D5D is rgb(177, 109, 93) in RGB, hsl(11, 35%, 53%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 38%, 47%, 31%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #B16D5D?
White text on this background reaches 4.03:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.21:1.
What colors go well with #B16D5D?
Its direct complement is #5DA2B1. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #5DB197 and #5D78B1 gives you contrast without the vibration.