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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#B41D48 — Cardinal
#B41D48 is a mid-tone saturated pink sitting at 343° 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 #B41D48
- fdf2f5
- f6c9d6
- f0a1b7
- e97999
- e3507a
- dc285b
- b71e49
- 8f1739
- 671129
- 3e0a19
- 160409
Color schemes using #B41D48
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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#B41D48 FAQ
What color is #B41D48?
#B41D48 is a shade of cardinal in the pink family. It has a hue of 343 degrees, 72% saturation and 41% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #B41D48?
#B41D48 is rgb(180, 29, 72) in RGB, hsl(343, 72%, 41%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 84%, 60%, 29%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #B41D48?
White text on this background reaches 6.54:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.21:1.
What colors go well with #B41D48?
Its direct complement is #1DB489. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1DB43E and #1D93B4 gives you contrast without the vibration.