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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BB6E2A — Copper
#BB6E2A is a mid-tone saturated orange sitting at 28° 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 #BB6E2A
- fcf7f3
- f3dfcc
- ebc6a6
- e2ae80
- d9955a
- d17d33
- ae6627
- 88501f
- 613916
- 3b230d
- 150c05
Color schemes using #BB6E2A
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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#BB6E2A FAQ
What color is #BB6E2A?
#BB6E2A is a shade of copper in the orange family. It has a hue of 28 degrees, 63% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #BB6E2A?
#BB6E2A is rgb(187, 110, 42) in RGB, hsl(28, 63%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 41%, 78%, 27%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BB6E2A?
White text on this background reaches 3.91:1, which passes for large text only under WCAG AA. Black text reaches 5.38:1.
What colors go well with #BB6E2A?
Its direct complement is #2A78BB. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #2ABBB6 and #2A2FBB gives you contrast without the vibration.