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#BC0627 — Cherry Red

#BC0627 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 349° 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 #BC0627

Color schemes using #BC0627

analogous

Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.

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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#BC0627 FAQ

What color is #BC0627?

#BC0627 is a shade of cherry red in the red family. It has a hue of 349 degrees, 94% saturation and 38% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.

What is the RGB value of #BC0627?

#BC0627 is rgb(188, 6, 39) in RGB, hsl(349, 94%, 38%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 97%, 79%, 26%) in CMYK.

Can I use white text on #BC0627?

White text on this background reaches 6.58:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.19:1.

What colors go well with #BC0627?

Its direct complement is #06BC9B. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #06BC40 and #0682BC gives you contrast without the vibration.