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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BB4446 — Brick Red
#BB4446 is a mid-tone moderately saturated red sitting at 359° 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 #BB4446
- fbf4f4
- efd1d2
- e2afb0
- d68c8e
- c96a6b
- bd4749
- 9d383a
- 7a2c2d
- 582021
- 351314
- 130707
Color schemes using #BB4446
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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#BB4446 FAQ
What color is #BB4446?
#BB4446 is a shade of brick red in the red family. It has a hue of 359 degrees, 47% saturation and 50% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone muted color.
What is the RGB value of #BB4446?
#BB4446 is rgb(187, 68, 70) in RGB, hsl(359, 47%, 50%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 64%, 63%, 27%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BB4446?
White text on this background reaches 5.21:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 4.03:1.
What colors go well with #BB4446?
Its direct complement is #44BBB9. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #44BB7E and #4481BB gives you contrast without the vibration.