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Neighbouring hues that sit side by side on the color wheel for a calm, cohesive feel.
#BC3329 — Auburn
#BC3329 is a mid-tone saturated red sitting at 4° 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 #BC3329
- fcf3f2
- f4cfcc
- ebaaa6
- e3867f
- da6159
- d23d32
- af2f26
- 88251e
- 621b15
- 3b100d
- 150605
Color schemes using #BC3329
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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#BC3329 FAQ
What color is #BC3329?
#BC3329 is a shade of auburn in the red family. It has a hue of 4 degrees, 64% saturation and 45% lightness, which makes it a mid-tone saturated color.
What is the RGB value of #BC3329?
#BC3329 is rgb(188, 51, 41) in RGB, hsl(4, 64%, 45%) in HSL, and cmyk(0%, 73%, 78%, 26%) in CMYK.
Can I use white text on #BC3329?
White text on this background reaches 5.76:1, which passes WCAG AA. Black text reaches 3.64:1.
What colors go well with #BC3329?
Its direct complement is #29B2BC. For something less stark, the split-complementary pair #29BC7D and #2969BC gives you contrast without the vibration.