analogous
Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BB2D2A — Auburn
#BB2D2A is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 1° 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.
#bb2d2a
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Tints and shades of #BB2D2A
- fcf3f3
- f3cdcc
- eba7a6
- e28180
- d95c5a
- d13633
- ae2a27
- 88211f
- 611716
- 3b0e0d
- 150505
Color schemes using #BB2D2A
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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#BB2D2A FAQ
What color is #BB2D2A?
#BB2D2A is a shade of auburn in the red family. It has a hue of 1 degrees, 63% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #BB2D2A?
#BB2D2A is rgb(187, 45, 42) in RGB, hsl(1, 63%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 76%, 78%, 27%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BB2D2A?
White text on this background reaches 5.96:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.52:1.
What colors go well with #BB2D2A?
Its direct complement is #2AB9BB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2ABB75 and #2A70BB gives you contrast without the vibration.