analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#B5211C — Auburn
#B5211C is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 2° 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 #B5211C
- fdf2f2
- f7cbc9
- f0a3a1
- ea7c78
- e4544f
- dd2d27
- b8221d
- 901a16
- 671310
- 3f0c0a
- 160403
Color schemes using #B5211C
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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#B5211C FAQ
What color is #B5211C?
#B5211C is a shade of auburn in the red family. It has a hue of 2 degrees, 73% saturation and 41% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #B5211C?
#B5211C is rgb(181, 33, 28) in RGB, hsl(2, 73%, 41%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 82%, 85%, 29%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #B5211C?
White text on this background reaches 6.56:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.2:1.
What colors go well with #B5211C?
Its direct complement is #1CB0B5. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #1CB56E and #1C63B5 gives you contrast without the vibration.