analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BB200C — Auburn
#BB200C is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 7° 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 #BB200C
- fef2f1
- fbcbc5
- f8a498
- f67c6c
- f35540
- f02e14
- c8230d
- 9c1b0a
- 701307
- 440c04
- 180402
Color schemes using #BB200C
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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#BB200C FAQ
What color is #BB200C?
#BB200C is a shade of auburn in the red family. It has a hue of 7 degrees, 88% saturation and 39% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #BB200C?
#BB200C is rgb(187, 32, 12) in RGB, hsl(7, 88%, 39%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 83%, 94%, 27%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BB200C?
White text on this background reaches 6.32:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.32:1.
What colors go well with #BB200C?
Its direct complement is #0CA7BB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #0CBB78 and #0C4FBB gives you contrast without the vibration.