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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BB0C15 — Cherry Red
#BB0C15 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 357° 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 #BB0C15
- fef1f1
- fbc5c7
- f8989d
- f66c73
- f34049
- f0141f
- c80d16
- 9c0a11
- 70070c
- 440408
- 180203
Color schemes using #BB0C15
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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#BB0C15 FAQ
What color is #BB0C15?
#BB0C15 is a shade of cherry red in the red family. It has a hue of 357 degrees, 88% saturation and 39% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #BB0C15?
#BB0C15 is rgb(187, 12, 21) in RGB, hsl(357, 88%, 39%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 94%, 89%, 27%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BB0C15?
White text on this background reaches 6.61:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.18:1.
What colors go well with #BB0C15?
Its direct complement is #0CBBB2. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #0CBB5B and #0C6CBB gives you contrast without the vibration.